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Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar revealed the highly anticipated schedule for the Lok Sabha elections 2024 in a press conference held in New Delhi on Saturday. The Election Commission of India (ECI) has meticulously planned the electoral process, which will unfold across seven phases, with results slated for announcement on June 4.
Key Details Unveiled
Phase-wise Election Distribution:
- The Lok Sabha elections 2024 will span over seven phases, ensuring a methodical and inclusive electoral process.
- Phase 1: Commencing on April 19, the first phase will cover 102 parliamentary constituencies across 21 states.
- Phase 2: Starting from April 26, 89 constituencies in 13 states will participate in the electoral process.
- Phase 3: May 7 will mark the onset of the third phase, encompassing 94 parliamentary constituencies across 12 states.
- Phase 4: On May 13, elections will take place in 10 states involving 96 parliamentary constituencies.
- Phase 5: May 20 will witness elections in 49 constituencies spread across 8 states.
- Phase 6: May 25 is earmarked for elections in 57 parliamentary constituencies across 7 states.
- Phase 7: Concluding the electoral process, June 1 will see voting in 57 parliamentary constituencies across 8 states of India.
Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar revealed the highly anticipated schedule for the Lok Sabha elections 2024 in a press conference held in New Delhi on Saturday. The Election Commission of India (ECI) has meticulously planned the electoral process, which will unfold across seven phases, with results slated for announcement on June 4.
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Electoral Demographics:
• CEC Rajiv Kumar disclosed that the total number of electors comprises 49.7 crore males, 47.1 crore females, and 48,000 transgender voters.
• Notably, the electoral roll has been enriched with the addition of 1.8 crore first-time voters.
Assurance of Peaceful Elections: Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar reassured the nation that the Lok Sabha elections 2024 will be conducted with utmost diligence and adherence to democratic principles. He emphasized a zero-tolerance policy towards any infringement of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC), underscoring the Commission’s commitment to ensuring peaceful and fair elections.
“In the past 11 state elections, we’ve witnessed peaceful and violence-free voting processes with minimal need for reruns. Moving forward, our aim is to enhance this trend,” stated the Chief Election Commissioner, instilling confidence among both voters and stakeholders.
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Electoral Demographics:
- CEC Rajiv Kumar disclosed that the total number of electors comprises 49.7 crore males, 47.1 crore females, and 48,000 transgender voters.
- Notably, the electoral roll has been enriched with the addition of 1.8 crore first-time voters.
Assurance of Peaceful Elections
Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar reassured the nation that the Lok Sabha elections 2024 will be conducted with utmost diligence and adherence to democratic principles. He emphasized a zero-tolerance policy towards any infringement of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC), underscoring the Commission’s commitment to ensuring peaceful and fair elections.
“In the past 11 state elections, we’ve witnessed peaceful and violence-free voting processes with minimal need for reruns. Moving forward, we aim to enhance this trend,” stated the Chief Election Commissioner, instilling confidence among both voters and stakeholders.
