ECI Revises Rajasthan Polling Date, Change Done Due To ‘Large-Scale Weddings’

The Election Commission announced a revised schedule on Wednesday, moving the Rajasthan Assembly elections from November 23 to November 25. Results of the single-phase election will be announced on December 3.

The poll panel revealed that the change in date is because of large scale weddings and “social engagements” that day. The polling day of November 23 was announced by the polling panel on Monday.

“Representations have been received by the Commission from various political parties, social organisations and also issues raised in various media platforms for change of date of poll considering large scale wedding, social engagement on that day which may cause inconvenience to a large number of people, various logistics issues and may lead to reduced voter participation during the poll,” the Election Commission said in a statement.

There are 200 Assembly constituencies in Rajasthan. The Rajasthan Assembly’s term ends on January 14, 2024. At the moment, the state is governed by the Congress.

Rajasthan’s assembly elections were held on December 7 in a single phase. With 100 seats, the Congress emerged as the lone largest party, just one seat short of a majority. In comparison to the 2013 elections, when they had won an absolute majority with 163 seats, the BJP only managed to win 73 seats. The Bahujan Samaj Party and other parties helped the Congress form the government.

Also Read: Safe City Project: Yogi Government To Provide Pink Scooters To 10417 Women Constables