On Tuesday, the dates and the full schedule of the Delhi Assembly Elections has been announced by Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar in a press conference by the Election Commission of India (ECI). The voting will take place on 5th February and the counting of votes will take place on 8th February. The Delhi Assembly Elections dates have been announced by the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Rajiv Kumar. Since this is a single phase election, the voting for the 70 constituencies will be held on February 5 and the counting of votes, is on February 8 and the counting will be completed on February 10, 2025.
The Full Schedule of the Delhi Assembly Elections 2025 is –
January 10, 2025: Date of Issue of Gazette Notification
January 17, 2025: Last Date of Making Nominations
January 18, 2025: Date for Scrutiny of Nominations
January 20, 2025: Last Date for Withdrawal of Candidatures
February 5, 2025: Date of Poll
February 8, 2025: Date of Counting
February 10, 2025: Date Before Which Election Shall be Completed
There are a total of 70 constituencies in Delhi out of which 58 are general constituencies and 12 are reserved constituencies. Delhi has over 13,000 polling stations and the Election Commission has worked on trans-gender voters, they want them to come and join them in voting. Those who are over the age of 85, will be able to cast their votes from home. All voters are expected to check their names and polling stations online for a smooth voting experience. Special arrangements including a wheelchair and volunteer will also be made for voters with physical disabilities.
The CEC has urged the voters of Delhi to know their candidates, learn about their background as it is their right and also raise any issue regarding the candidates, if they go against the MCC. The ECI has assured vigilance when it comes to use of money power, strictness on those who portray women and children in bad light and fair play to everyone irrespective of their political party.
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