New Delhi: Newly appointed Election Commissioners of India, Gyanesh Kumar and Dr. Sukhbir Singh Sandhu, paid a courtesy call on President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan. The meeting, held yesterday, marked the official induction of the seasoned bureaucrats into their roles within the esteemed Election Commission of India (ECI).
New Delhi: The Election Commission of India (ECI) announced on Sunday that the vote counting dates for the assembly elections in Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim have been rescheduled to June 2nd, shifting from the earlier date of June 4th. The decision to change the vote counting dates was made in conjunction with changing the dates…
New Delhi: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has appointed renowned Para Archer and Arjuna Awardee, Sheetal Devi, as the ECI National Person with Disabilities (PwD) Icon. This significant announcement aims to promote and encourage voter participation among persons with disabilities in the upcoming general elections. Expressing her gratitude towards the ECI for this honor,…
New Delhi: To empower voters with critical information ahead of elections, the Election Commission of India, led by Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar, has launched a new mobile application called Know Your Candidate (KYC). This innovative app enables voters to ascertain if any candidate vying for elections in their constituency has a criminal record, offering…
New Delhi: With the announcement of polling dates for the general elections and state assembly elections, India has entered the phase of stringent adherence to the Model Code of Conduct (MCC), which applies to all political parties and government authorities. What is the Model Code of Conduct? The Model Code of Conduct is a set…
New Delhi: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has unveiled the much-anticipated schedule for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, in addition to announcing the dates for Assembly elections in selected states. As per the announcement, the voting process will commence on April 19, with the final results slated to be declared on June 4, 2024….
New Delhi: Anticipation is mounting as the Election Commission of India (ECI) prepares to unveil the schedule for the much-awaited 2024 General elections and State Assembly elections. The Commission announced that the schedule will be disclosed during a press conference scheduled for tomorrow. In a statement released today, the ECI stated, “Press Conference by Election…
New Delhi: Retired IAS officers Gyanesh Kumar and Dr. Sukhbir Singh Sandhu have officially assumed their roles as Election Commissioners in the Election Commission of India (ECI) today. The duo, seasoned bureaucrats from the 1988 batch of the Indian Administrative Service, brings a wealth of experience and expertise to their new positions.
Bhubaneswar: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has taken significant steps to ensure the smooth and peaceful conduct of Lok Sabha and Assembly elections in Odisha. Dr. Archana Shivhare, CRPF IGP of Odisha Sector, informed the media that the ECI has deployed 75 companies of Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) in the state, including 35…
Bhubaneswar: In a proactive move to ensure inclusive electoral practices, the Election Commission of India conducted a sensitization meeting through video conferencing. The primary agenda of the meeting was to enhance poll preparedness to boost the voting percentage of Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) and elderly voters while maintaining an equal access framework. As per the…
