The Election Commission has officially initiated the process for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, announcing key dates and outlining measures to ensure a free and fair electoral process. Here are the highlights:
- Voting Schedule: The elections will be conducted in 7 phases, commencing from April 19, with the results slated for announcement on June 4. The model code of conduct is now in effect.
- Demographic Breakdown: A notable 1.82 crore first-time voters and 19.47 crore voters aged between 20-29 years are expected to participate. Over 10.5 lakh poll booths will be operational, staffed by 1.5 crore polling officials and security personnel. A total of 55 lakh EVMs have been prepared for the voting process.
- Challenges and Precautions: CEC Rajiv Kumar highlighted major challenges including muscle power, monetary influence, misinformation, and model code violations. The poll panel issued a stern warning against violence and advised political parties to focus on issue-based campaigning, avoiding personal attacks. Campaigners must adhere to the model code of conduct guidelines to prevent breaches.
- Monitoring and Oversight: To ensure the integrity of the electoral process, 2100 election observers have been appointed. Poll officials are cautioned of strict consequences for any violations of the rules governing fair elections.
- Voting Dates: The elections will be held in 7 phases on April 19, 26, May 7, 13, 20, 25, and June 1.
- Counting Day: The results of the General Election 2024 will be announced on June 4.
Stay informed with real-time updates on the election process, voting phases, and key developments leading up to the crucial counting day on June 4.
As India gears up for another democratic exercise, the Election Commission remains committed to upholding the principles of democracy and ensuring a transparent and impartial electoral process.
General Election 2024 in India: Voting dates for each phase
Get the complete schedule for the General Election 2024 in India. Here are the voting dates for each phase:
Phase 1 (April 19): Saharanpur, Kairana, Muzaffarnagar, Bijnor, Nagina (SC), Moradabad, Rampur, Pilibhit.
Phase 2 (April 26): Amroha, Meerut, Baghpat, Ghaziabad, Gautam Buddha Nagar, Bulandshahr (SC), Aligarh, Mathura.
Phase 3 (May 7): Sambhal, Hathras, Agra, Fatehpur Sikri, Firozabad, Mainpuri, Etah, Badaun, Aonla, Bareilly.
Phase 4 (May 13): Shahjahanpur (SC), Lakhimpur Kheri, Dhaurahra, Sitapur, Hardoi, Misrikh, Unnao, Farrukhabad, Etawah, Kannauj, Kanpur, Akbarpur, Bahraich.
Phase 5 (May 20): Mohanlalganj, Lucknow, Raebareli, Amethi, Jalaun, Jhansi, Hamirpur, Banda, Fatehpur, Kaushambi, Barabanki, Faizabad, Kaiserganj, Gonda.
Phase 6 (May 25): Sultanpur, Pratapgarh, Phulpur, Allahabad, Ambedkar Nagar, Shravasti, Dumariaganj, Basti, Sant Kabir Nagar, Lalitpur (SC), Azamgarh, Jaunpur, Machhlishahr, Bhadohi.
Phase 7 (June 1): Maharajganj, Gorakhpur, Kushinagar, Deoria, Bansgaon (SC), Ghosi, Salempur, Ballia, Gazipur, Chandauli, Varanasi, Mirzapur, Robertsganj (SC).
Stay updated with the latest news and developments related to the General Election 2024 as India goes to the polls in these crucial phases.
