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.
