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PGI Staff Union Election Voting Begins Amid Long Queues at Zakir Hall
✍️ Amar Ujala · Punjab
🗓 13 Oct 2026, 01:01 PM
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Voting for the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research staff union opened today, with employees forming extensive lines outside Zakir Hall.
The Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGI) in Chandigarh commenced its staff union election voting today. As the ballot boxes were opened, a noticeable surge of enthusiasm was observed among the institute's employees.
From early morning, staff members gathered outside Zakir Hall, the designated polling venue, forming long queues that stretched along the entrance. The steady flow of employees reflects a high level of engagement in the internal democratic process.
Election officials confirmed that voting procedures are proceeding smoothly, with security and verification measures in place. The union election is expected to conclude later this week, after which the elected representatives will assume their roles.
The turnout underscores the importance placed by PGI personnel on representation and collective decision‑making within the premier medical institution.
From early morning, staff members gathered outside Zakir Hall, the designated polling venue, forming long queues that stretched along the entrance. The steady flow of employees reflects a high level of engagement in the internal democratic process.
Election officials confirmed that voting procedures are proceeding smoothly, with security and verification measures in place. The union election is expected to conclude later this week, after which the elected representatives will assume their roles.
The turnout underscores the importance placed by PGI personnel on representation and collective decision‑making within the premier medical institution.