Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:39pm on 16 Mar 2024,Saturday India
Phase 6 of the Lok Sabha elections, set for May 25, will witness voting across 57 constituencies in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, West Bengal, Odisha, and northern regions. Results are expected on June 4. The Election Commission's announcement comes amidst preparations for the highly anticipated electoral process, with nearly 970 million eligible voters and evaluations of state readiness. Political parties, including the ruling NDA and opposition INDIA bloc, gear up for the polls, setting ambitious targets. Past elections underscore BJP's dominance, shaping strategies for the upcoming electoral battle.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:29pm on 16 Mar 2024,Saturday India
Phase 5 of the Lok Sabha elections, scheduled for May 20, will witness voting in 49 constituencies across 8 states and union territories. These include regions in Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Odisha, Jharkhand, and the UT Ladakh. May 3 marks the deadline for nominations. The announcement follows the recent resignation of Election Commissioner Arun Goel, leaving the Commission with only the Chief Election Commissioner. Prime Minister Narendra Modi's committee appointed retired IAS officers Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Gyanesh Kumar as Election Commissioners, intensifying preparations for India's democratic process.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:14pm on 16 Mar 2024,Saturday India
Phase 4 of the Lok Sabha elections for 2024, scheduled for May 13, with results declared on June 4, has been announced by the Election Commission of India. Covering 96 seats across multiple states, this phase marks a significant milestone in India's democratic process. With nearly 970 million voters expected to participate, the nation awaits the outcome that will shape the future trajectory of governance. As the electoral journey progresses, citizens engage in the crucial exercise of selecting their representatives, underscoring the essence of democracy in India.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 11:58am on 16 Mar 2024,Saturday India
The Election Commission has announced Phase 3 of the Lok Sabha elections, scheduled for May 7, with 12 states set to cast their votes. With results declared on June 4, the electoral process spans seven phases starting from April 19. As the tenure of the present Lok Sabha ends on June 16, the urgency to constitute a new House prevails. Approximately 97 crore voters will participate across 543 constituencies, while the model code of conduct is immediately enforced. Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar emphasizes fair play, directing officials to ensure impartiality.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 11:48am on 16 Mar 2024,Saturday India
The Election Commission of India has unveiled the schedule for the Lok Sabha elections 2024, with Phase 1 voting commencing on April 19 and results declared on June 4. Covering 21 states, the elections aim to engage nearly 970 million voters across 1.2 million polling stations. The BJP targets 400 seats for the NDA and 370 independently, intensifying the electoral battle against the unified INDIA bloc. With major parties unveiling candidates and discussions on seat distribution ongoing, anticipation builds for the pivotal contest shaping India's political landscape.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 11:36am on 16 Mar 2024,Saturday India
The Election Commission of India has announced that the Sikkim assembly elections for its 32-member house will take place in a single phase on April 19, with vote counting slated for June 4. Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar disclosed the comprehensive schedule, aligning with the current assembly's term ending on June 2, 2024. Amid preparations, the election body emphasizes impartiality and transparency for fair polling. In the 2019 elections, the Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM) formed the government, defeating the long-standing Sikkim Democratic Front (SDF), setting the stage for another vibrant electoral contest.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 11:19am on 16 Mar 2024,Saturday India
The Election Commission of India announced that the Odisha assembly polls for its 147-member house will occur in four phases on May 13, May 20, May 25, and June 1, with vote counting scheduled for June 4. Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar unveiled the comprehensive schedule, aligning with the current assembly's term ending on June 2, 2024. Amid preparations, the election body emphasizes impartiality and transparency for fair polling. As parties strategize, discussions between the ruling Biju Janata Dal (BJD) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) intensify for a possible alliance, shaping the state's political landscape.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 11:11am on 16 Mar 2024,Saturday India
The Election Commission of India has announced that Andhra Pradesh will cast its votes for the Lok Sabha polls on May 13, with results slated for June 4. This decision comes as part of the seven-phase polling schedule beginning April 19. Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar, alongside newly appointed election commissioners Gyanesh Kumar and Sukhbir Singh Sandhu, disclosed the comprehensive election timetable. Simultaneously, assembly elections in Andhra Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Odisha, and Sikkim will coincide with the Lok Sabha polls. With critical dates now set, anticipation builds for India's electoral landscape in 2024.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:51am on 16 Mar 2024,Saturday India
The Election Commission has announced that voting for 89 seats across 13 states will occur on April 26, marking Phase 2 of the Lok Sabha polls. With 97 crore eligible voters, 1.5 crore polling officials, and 10.5 lakh polling stations, India gears up for the world's largest democratic exercise. Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar emphasized the enormity of the event, highlighting the deployment of over 55 lakh Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs). The democratic celebration will culminate in vote counting on June 4, shaping the future trajectory of India's political landscape.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:44am on 16 Mar 2024,Saturday India
The Election Commission of India has announced that the Arunachal Pradesh assembly elections will be held in a single phase on April 19. Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar revealed that the counting of votes will take place on June 4. The BJP has already announced candidates for all 60 seats, with Chief Minister Pema Khandu contesting from Mukto and Deputy CM Chowna Mein from Chowkham. Notably, 14 sitting MLAs, including three ministers, were dropped from the BJP's list. Congress and other parties are yet to declare their candidates for the assembly polls.