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Today marks the beginning of the sixth phase of the general elections in India, and the atmosphere is one of excitement and expectation. Ten constituencies in Haryana and all seven in Delhi are among the 58 Lok Sabha seats up for election that are spread across six states and two Union Territories. Important political conflicts and a number of well-known candidates are fought during this final round, which will determine the winner.
I urge all those who are voting in the 6th phase of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections to vote in large numbers. Every vote counts, make yours count too! Democracy thrives when its people are engaged and active in the electoral process. I specially urge women voters and youth voters to…
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 25, 2024
Voting is very important in Delhi and Haryana. Among the first voters were Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini and External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, who both expressed optimism for a BJP win. After casting his ballot in Delhi, Jaishankar emphasized the significance of this "decisive moment" for India and urged the public to support the Modi government. Chief Minister Saini, too, praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership during the election in his home village of Mirzapur, blaming his administration for India's advancements in development.
The event gained importance when President Droupadi Murmu cast her ballot in Delhi. Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge urged voters to reject the "politics of hatred" and favor justice and harmony.
President #DroupadiMurmu casts her vote at a polling booth in New Delhi.#PollsWithAkashvani#GeneralElections2024| #LokSabhaPolls | #LokSabhaElections | #ChunavKaParv | #DeshKaGarv pic.twitter.com/dp8V65AwQL
— All India Radio News (@airnewsalerts) May 25, 2024
The Election Commission has called on voters in urban centers, including Delhi, Gurugram, and Faridabad, to break the trend of low voter turnout and participate actively. Early reports suggest a mixed response, with some areas seeing enthusiastic participation while others lag behind. However, the voting process has not been without controversy. Even the former president Ram Nath Kovind came front to cast his vote.
Former President Ram Nath Kovind casts his vote for #LokSabhaElections2024 at a polling centre in #Delhi.#PollsWithAkashvani#GeneralElections2024| #LokSabhaPolls | #LokSabhaElections | #ChunavKaParv | #DeshKaGarvpic.twitter.com/bB0FgkrLAw
— All India Radio News (@airnewsalerts) May 25, 2024
AAP leader Atishi accused the Lieutenant Governor of Delhi, V.K. Saxena, of instructing the police to slow down voting in areas known to be strongholds of the INDIA bloc, raising concerns about the fairness of the election process. Additionally, PDP leader Mehbooba Mufti's phone service was reportedly cut off, and several party workers were detained, according to a party spokesman.
Security and logistical measures have been stringent, especially in Odisha, where over 35,000 security personnel have been deployed for the simultaneous Lok Sabha and Assembly elections. Polling stations are under tight security to ensure a smooth voting process. Despite earlier concerns about adverse weather conditions, the India Meteorological Department has confirmed no significant impact on polling activities.
High-profile constituencies in Odisha, including Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, and Puri, are seeing significant voter turnout. West Bengal is also a focal point, with eight constituencies, including those of notable candidates like Bengali superstar Dev and former Calcutta HC judge Abhijit Gangopadhyay, in the fray. Voting is underway in Jharkhand's key constituencies like Ranchi and Jamshedpur, and Uttar Pradesh's 14 constituencies, including the high-profile Sultanpur and Jaunpur seats.
Political leaders across the spectrum have made fervent appeals to voters. Former Haryana CM Manohar Lal Khattar and BJD leader V.K. Pandian emphasized the significance of participating in the "festival of democracy." The seventh and final phase of the election will take place on June 1, covering the remaining 57 seats, with results scheduled to be counted on June 4. As the nation watches, the sixth phase of the 2024 General Elections promises to be a critical juncture in India's democratic journey, reflecting the hopes and aspirations of millions of voters across diverse regions.
The outcome will shape the country's political landscape for the years to come.
