Lok Sabha elections will be held in seven phases beginning from April 19 and results will be announced on June 4, Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar said on Saturday. The other phases will be on April 26, May 7, May 13, May 20, May 25 and June 1.
Assembly elections in Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim will be held on April 19, and in Andhra Pradesh on May 13. Elections to Odisha assembly will be held in four phases on May 13, May 20, May 25 and June 1.
Bypolls will also be held for 26 assembly constituencies, Kumar said at a press conference flanked by two new Election Commissioners Gyanesh Kumar and Sukhbir Singh Sandhu. The counting of votes will be held on June 4.
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Mainpuri, UP: After the Election Commission of India declares the schedule for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, Samajwadi Party MP Dimple Yadav says, "This is going to be an important election, I would like to appeal to the people to vote vigilantly as this election will shape the direction of Uttar Pradesh. This is an election for the employment of the youth, security for the women and the MSP for the farmers. We want that elections should be held fairly."
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On the announcement of Lok Sabha election dates, Union Minister Ashwini Kumar Choubey says "We are ready for the elections since the beginning...We will fight the elections and we are hopeful to get more than 400 seats, NDA is intact..."
Mar 16, 2024, 4:47 PM IST
After the Election Commission of India declares the schedule for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, Former MP CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan says, "We were waiting for it and so do the people. Under PM Modi's leadership, BJP will cross the 370 mark and the NDA, 400 mark. BJP-NDA will get the historic majority, and PM Modi will become the PM again with a record majority. Congress will be completely sidelined and will get their lowest tally as they don't have leader, policy or vision..."
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi tweets "The biggest festival of democracy is here. EC has announced the 2024 Lok Sabha election dates. We, the BJP-NDA, are fully prepared for elections. We are going to the people on the basis of our track record of good governance and service delivery across sectors..."
The biggest festival of democracy is here! EC has announced the 2024 Lok Sabha election dates. We, the BJP-NDA, are fully prepared for elections. We are going to the people on the basis of our track record of good governance and service delivery across sectors.…
As the date of the 2024 Lok Sabha election has been announced, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor says, " This is an election that will decide the future of India. What kind of India do you want to leave behind to your children? What kind of India do you want to live in? If BJP comes to power again, they have a vision of one language, one nation, one religion, one leader, one party and one election as well. That is going to be their approach whereas ours is, inclusion of celebrating diversity and pluralism and all the wonderful characteristics we in Kerala have got used to and love so much..."
Mar 16, 2024, 4:23 PM IST
A gold standard in electoral exercise. Successful conduct of 17 General Elections, 400+ State Elections, 16 Presidential and Vice-Presidential elections is reflective of people's trust in the Commission, its machinery and personnel: EC
Mar 16, 2024, 4:05 PM IST
Up to Rs 80 lakh a candidate can spend during the Lok Sabha polls: CEC
Mar 16, 2024, 4:02 PM IST
First phase to be held on 19th April, second phase on 26th April, third phase on 7th May, fourth phase on 13th May, fifth phase on 20th May, sixth phase on 25th May and the seventh phase on 1st June: Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar.
Mar 16, 2024, 4:01 PM IST
General Election to Lok Sabha 2024- State wise data in each Phase.
Mar 16, 2024, 4:00 PM IST
Here is the polling date for the Phase 7.
Mar 16, 2024, 3:59 PM IST
Here is the polling date for the Phase 6.
Mar 16, 2024, 3:59 PM IST
Here is the polling date for the Phase 5.
Mar 16, 2024, 3:57 PM IST
Here is the polling date for the Phase 4.
Mar 16, 2024, 3:57 PM IST
Here is the polling date for the Phase 3
Mar 16, 2024, 3:56 PM IST
Here is the polling date for the Phase 2
Mar 16, 2024, 3:54 PM IST
Phase 1 Voting for General Elections
Mar 16, 2024, 3:53 PM IST
Odisha Elections voting and counting
Mar 16, 2024, 3:51 PM IST
The voting for the Lok sabha will be held in 7 phases.
Mar 16, 2024, 3:50 PM IST
Assembly poll schedule
Mar 16, 2024, 3:49 PM IST
Here is the schedule for by polls:
Mar 16, 2024, 3:48 PM IST
26 assembly constituencies which will go for byelections across states. Four states will go for assembly polls: EC
Mar 16, 2024, 3:45 PM IST
Elections aim for key outcomes: enhanced citizen participation and zero violence. The Commission strives for reduced repolls, no inducements, clear campaigns, and curbing fake narratives. Ensuring a successful electoral process is top priority: EC
Mar 16, 2024, 3:44 PM IST
Elections belong to you. We are handing over the baton to you: EC tell voters
Mar 16, 2024, 3:42 PM IST
Over 2100 General, Police, and Expenditure Observers being deployed for elections. They are the eyes and ears of Commission Overseeing conduct of inducement and intimidation free elections and level playing field for all: EC
Mar 16, 2024, 3:42 PM IST
Don't use children for campaigning: EC tells political parties
Mar 16, 2024, 3:40 PM IST
Don't try to cross the red line. Please avoid digital memories of bad words from your mouth. In this digital era, what you say will remain on record for 100 years: EC to politicians
Mar 16, 2024, 3:39 PM IST
People should refrain from giving misleading advertisement: EC
Mar 16, 2024, 3:38 PM IST
Exponential rise in seizures in the last 11 assembly polls.
Mar 16, 2024, 3:37 PM IST
Remember, "Verify Before You Amplify" is the mantra to combat fake news. Let's rely on authoritative sources to ensure accurate information prevails. Stay vigilant and help us maintain the integrity of the electoral process: CEC
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Mar 16, 2024, 2:41 pm IST
Last time the Lok Sabha polls were announced on March 10 and held in seven phases beginning April 11. Votes were counted on May 23.
Mar 16, 2024, 2:41 pm IST
The term of the present Lok Sabha ends on June 16 and a new House has to be constituted before that.
Mar 16, 2024, 2:50 pm IST
As per the reports, nearly 97 crore Indians are eligible to vote in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.
Mar 16, 2024, 2:51 pm IST
Several surveys have indicated that the BJP is heading for a third term under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Mar 16, 2024, 3:00 pm IST
The press meet by the EC at Vignan Bhavan in Delhi is about to begin.
Mar 16, 2024, 3:03 pm IST
The EC press meet begins.
Mar 16, 2024, 3:05 pm IST
Our team is complete. All three of us are here: CEC Rajiv Kumar
Mar 16, 2024, 3:06 pm IST
The entire EC is ready to ink the voters. It is the most awaited press meet: CEC Rajiv Kumar.
Mar 16, 2024, 3:09 pm IST
The Lok Sabha polls will be conduct in over 10 lakh polling stations.
Mar 16, 2024, 3:09 pm IST
1.05 crore polling officials and security officials to conduct the poll: CEC Rajiv Kumar
Mar 16, 2024, 3:10 pm IST
More than 55 lakh EVMs and 4 lakh vehicles to be used for the elections: CEC Rajiv Kumar
Mar 16, 2024, 3:12 pm IST
Apart from Lok Sabha polls, four states -- Andhra Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim, Odisha - will also hold assembly polls.
Mar 16, 2024, 3:13 pm IST
Ahead of elections for the 18th Lok Sabha, the Commission emphasises a festive and peaceful voting environment. The Commission’s efforts have yielded positive outcomes in past elections including reduced repolls, campaign clutter, & swift action against misinformation: CEC
Mar 16, 2024, 3:14 pm IST
There are 96.8 crore voters in the country: CEC
Mar 16, 2024, 3:15 pm IST
Out of 96.8 crore voters, 49.7 crore voters are male and 47.1 crore voters are female: CEC Data
Mar 16, 2024, 3:16 pm IST
The EC data also shows that there are 48,000 transgender voters in the country. Also, there are 1.8 crore first-time voters.
Mar 16, 2024, 3:18 pm IST
88.4 lakh people with disability are eligible to vote, this time.
Mar 16, 2024, 3:20 pm IST
Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar says, "In 12 states the ratio of women voters is higher than men voters."
Mar 16, 2024, 3:21 pm IST
Voters above 85 years, persons with 40% disabilities can vote from home: EC
Mar 16, 2024, 3:23 pm IST
ECI offers 27 apps & portals for all stakeholders. cVigil empowers citizens to report MCC violations & assured action within 100 mts. KYC app facilitates informed voting. A revamped results portal to enhance the experience on results day: EC
Mar 16, 2024, 3:25 pm IST
The daunting challenges in conducting free and fair elections are four-fold, the 4Ms: muscle, money, misinformation, and MCC violations. ECI is committed and has put in place measures to deal with these disruptive challenges: CEC Rajiv Kumar
Mar 16, 2024, 3:27 pm IST
Strict directions given to DMs & SPs to ensure level playing field. CAPF to be deployed adequately & assisted by Integrated control rooms in each district. Check posts & drones to ensure vigil: EC
Mar 16, 2024, 3:29 pm IST
EC requests all political parties and candidates to ensure that there are no violence during the elections.
Mar 16, 2024, 3:30 pm IST
EC has seized approximately Rs 3400 crore in the last 11 state assembly elections.
Mar 16, 2024, 3:31 pm IST
Ensuring voters' trust is paramount. Violence in elections is unacceptable. Impersonators to be swiftly punished. Transparency in permissions to parties/candidates through SUVIDHA portal: CEC Rajiv Kumar
Mar 16, 2024, 3:33 pm IST
Every charted planes that lands in airports during the elections will be checked: EC
Mar 16, 2024, 3:34 pm IST
Social media helps in our outreach program, but on social media, there is a full freedom to criticise anyone. You should not allowed be to create fake news: EC
Mar 16, 2024, 3:36 pm IST
How EC is planning to fight the fake news and misinformation during the elections?
Mar 16, 2024, 3:36 pm IST
Tackling misinformation in today's digital age is complex. We have put certain measures in place to ensure misinformation is nipped in the bud. We're proactive in debunking fake news. Originators of fake news to be dealt with severely as per extant laws: CEC Kumar
Mar 16, 2024, 3:37 pm IST
Remember, "Verify Before You Amplify" is the mantra to combat fake news. Let's rely on authoritative sources to ensure accurate information prevails. Stay vigilant and help us maintain the integrity of the electoral process: CEC