Ahead of the October 4 elections, a simulated voting process was held on September 13 at 207 polling stations across the country, involving nearly 1,500 members of precinct election commissions and technical staff, according to the Central Election Commission (CEC).

The CEC noted that conducting a simulated vote is an essential component of modern electoral administration practice, ensuring both the efficiency of procedures and full preparedness for election day.

The Chairman of the Central Election Commission, Giorgi Kalandarishvili, personally observed the simulation process in Sighnaghi. According to him, the purpose of the simulation is not only to test readiness for the elections but also to practically verify, in a real environment, the technological tools and logistical issues at polling stations. He added that such simulations allow commission members to apply their knowledge in practice, improve coordination, and enhance process management skills.

“The election administration conducted a simulated vote at 207 locations nationwide, involving election administrators and technical personnel. The goal of the simulation is to once again assess the readiness of technological tools, logistics, and other aspects of administration before election day, including the results of our training — how commission members apply their acquired knowledge in practice. I can confidently say that the election administration is fully prepared to conduct the October 4 elections at a highly professional level,” said Kalandarishvili.

CEC Deputy Chair Giorgi Sharabidze and spokesperson Natia Ioseliani also observed the simulation process alongside Giorgi Kalandarishvili.

As a reminder, for the October 4 elections, 3,051 polling stations have been opened, of which voting will be conducted electronically at 2,284 stations, and traditionally at 767 stations.