Nuapada District Collector Honoured with National Award for Election Excellence
Nuapada District Collector Madhusudan Dash has brought national pride to Odisha by receiving the National Award for Excellence in Election Management.
The award was conferred by President Droupadi Murmu during the National Voters’ Day 2026 celebrations held at Delhi Cantonment.
This marks the first time Nuapada district has earned such recognition, highlighting its flawless conduct of elections in one of the most challenging terrains of the country.
The district achieved an 83.45% voter turnout, the highest in India, and ensured 100% polling team deployment across remote and Maoist-affected regions.
Innovative strategies such as helicopter-based logistics, a hybrid transport model, and the construction of a permanent helipad at Sunabeda enabled the smooth movement of election materials and personnel.
Dash’s leadership also emphasised the use of cutting-edge technology and information systems to monitor voter participation and streamline electoral processes.
His efforts have set a national benchmark for election management, combining precision, innovation, and inclusivity.
