Election Commission

May 10, 2024 5:13 PM

EC slams Congress chief Kharge over ‘baseless’ allegations on voter turnout data

The Election Commission on Friday castigated Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge for obstructing the ongoing Lok Sabha elections, accusing him of making "baseless allegations" regarding the release of voter turnout data amidst the polls. The EC said that Kharge's allegations, made in the middle of the ongoing elections, were "designed to create confusion, misdirection and impediments in the conduct of free and fair polls." It further warned that such utterances could have a negative impact on...

May 8, 2024 1:48 PM

Maharashtra: EC successfully conducts voting at highest polling booth in Baramati’s Raireshwar

The Election Commission successfully conducted a logistical feat to ensure smooth proceedings for 160 voters at the picturesque Raireshwar Fort, nestled at a staggering altitude of 4,491 feet, the highest polling booth in the Baramati constituency during the third phase of Lok Sabha polls on May 7. Situated 30 kilometres from Bhor taluka in Pune rural, the polling party drove to the foothills of Raireshwar to reach the polling station. From there, a further 18 km journey via Rairi village led t...

PATNA, INDIA DECEMBER 18: Voters casting their vote during the first phase of Bihar Municipal Corporation elections at a polling booth at Danapur on December 18, 2022 in Patna, India. (Photo by Santosh Kumar/Hindustan Times via Getty Images)

May 8, 2024 9:07 AM

Lok Sabha elections: Voter turnout recorded at 64.4% in phase-3 amid peaceful polling

The voter turnout for the third phase of the Lok Sabha election held on Tuesday in 93 constituencies recorded at 64.4 per cent as per the Election Commission's update until 11:40 pm on Tuesday. The highest voter turnout of 81.61 per cent was recorded in Assam where four constituencies went to the polls in this phase and the lowest, 57.34 per cent, was recorded in Uttar Pradesh, where 10 constituencies went to the polls. The numbers are provisional and will be updated by the field-level officers....

April 26, 2024 8:46 AM

CEC Rajiv Kumar appeals to voters to participate in large numbers, saying festival of democracy is country’s pride

Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar has said that adequate arrangements have been made for smooth polling in the second phase of Lok Sabha polls and urged voters to participate in the festival of democracy in maximum numbers. In an interview with ANI, Kumar said various amenities have been provided to voters in polling booths and adequate security measures have been taken. "We have made complete preparations for today's elections. Polling booths have been decorated. There is no possibility...

April 25, 2024 1:51 PM

Election Commission takes cognizance of alleged MCC violations by PM Modi & Rahul Gandhi

The Election Commission of India has taken cognizance of alleged Model Code of Conduct violations by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi. Both BJP and INC had raised allegations of causing hatred and division based on religion, caste, community, or language. ECI has invoked section 77 of the Representation of the People Act and held party presidents responsible, as a first step, to reign in star campaigners. MCC allegations against Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and Ra...

April 22, 2024 3:49 PM

Lok Sabha polls: ECI holds meeting to discuss measures for mitigating heatwave risks

The Election Commission of India convened a high-level meeting on Monday to discuss measures aimed at protecting voters from predicted heatwaves, expected to intensify over the next two months during the remaining six phases of the Lok Sabha polls. Chaired by Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar along with Election Commissioners Gyanesh Kumar and Sukhbir Singh Sandhu, the meeting involved key stakeholders such as officials from the India Meteorological Department (IMD), National Disaster Man...

April 18, 2024 7:56 PM

Election Commission’s Measures Ensure Smooth Voting Process

The Election Commission of India has put in place several measures to ensure the peaceful and smooth conduct of the General Elections 2024. With central forces deployed at polling stations to secure the voting process, the Commission is taking decisive steps to maintain order and integrity. Webcasting will cover more than 50% of polling stations, along with micro observers stationed at every polling station to ensure transparency. Additionally, 361 observers, including general, police, and ...

April 18, 2024 7:45 PM

India gears up for General Elections 2024

India is set to embark on the world's largest democratic exercise as voting for the 18th Lok Sabha and Legislative Assemblies in four states kicks off tomorrow, marking the beginning of the General Elections 2024. The Election Commission of India has left no stone unturned in ensuring the smooth conduct of this monumental event, reaffirming its commitment to uphold the principles of free, fair, and peaceful elections. Over the past two years, the Commission, along with its teams across Stat...

April 18, 2024 10:51 AM

Election Commission issues notification for fourth phase of Lok Sabha polls

The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Thursday issued a notification for the fourth phase of the Lok Sabha elections, which will take place on May 13. Elections for the fourth phase in 96 Lok Sabha seats will be held across Andhra Pradesh (25 constituencies), Bihar (5), Jharkhand (4), Madhya Pradesh (8), Maharashtra (11), Odisha (4), Telangana (17), Uttar Pradesh (13), West Bengal (8), J&K (1). According to the ECI's notification, the last date for filing nominations is April 25, with ...

April 10, 2024 5:30 PM

ECI cracks down on anonymous political hoardings, directs disclosure of publishers and printers for traceability and accountability

Sending a strong message, the Election Commission of India (ECI) on Wednesday directed all States/UTs mandating the clear identification of printer and publisher on printed election-related material including hoardings, ensuring accountability and transparency in campaign communications. The decision was taken by the Commission consisting of Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar, and Election Commissioners Gyanesh Kumar and Dr Sukhbir Singh Sandhu after representations were received in the Co...