Lok Sabha Elections 2024 Scheduled in 7 Phases Starting April 19, With Results Declared June 4
The Election Commission has urged the Union Home Ministry to ensure adequate security measures and law enforcement during this period.
The Chief Election Commissioner, Rajiv Kumar, has announced the schedule for the 18th Lok Sabha elections alongside Assembly elections for Andhra Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Odisha, and Sikkim. These elections will be held simultaneously, with results set to be declared on June 4.
The Model Code of Conduct has been enforced immediately following the announcement, as stated by the Election Commission. The Lok Sabha elections will occur in seven phases spanning from April 19, 2024, to June 1, 2024, with the vote count scheduled for June 4, 2024.
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The CEC revealed that the elections will cover 102 constituencies in the first phase, 89 in the second, 94 in the third, 96 in the fourth, 49 in the fifth, 57 in the sixth, and 57 in the seventh phase.
Simultaneously, Assembly elections for Andhra Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim, and Odisha will take place. Andhra Pradesh has 25 Lok Sabha constituencies and 175 Assembly constituencies, while Odisha will elect 147 assembly members and Sikkim has a 32-member State assembly.
The dates for these Assembly elections vary. Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim will hold their elections on April 19, while Andhra Pradesh will do so on May 13. Odisha's assembly elections will be conducted in four phases on May 13, May 20, May 25, and June 1. Additionally, by-polls are scheduled for 26 Assembly constituencies.
The Election Commission has urged the Union Home Ministry to ensure adequate security measures and law enforcement during this period.
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With 10% of voters expected to be first-time voters, these 2024 Lok Sabha elections signify a crucial point in India’s electoral landscape.
Furthermore, the Election Commission has directed political parties to uphold decorum during campaigning, cautioning against appeals based on caste or communal politics or spreading false information. Strict action will be taken against any violations of the Model Code of Conduct, whether direct or indirect.
