The Election Commission of India (ECI) has unveiled the timetable for assembly elections in four states, including Andhra Pradesh. Consequently, the ‘Model Code of Conduct’ is now enforceable nationwide. Contesting candidates and political entities must adhere to the EC guidelines throughout the electoral process. The “Model Code of Conduct” outlines a set of regulations aimed at governing the campaigning activities of candidates and parties. Its primary objective is to ensure the smooth and fair conduct of elections, thereby curbing any activities that may influence voters or disrupt the electoral process. The Election Commission will enforce the ‘Model Code of Conduct’ from the date of the election schedule’s release until the announcement of the election results.
On Saturday, the Election Commission of India (ECI) disclosed the dates for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections and Assembly elections in four states: Sikkim (32 seats), Arunachal Pradesh (60 seats), Andhra Pradesh (175 seats), and Odisha (147 seats). Polling in the Northeastern states of Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim is scheduled for April 19, while Andhra Pradesh will go to the polls on May 13. Odisha’s elections will occur in four phases: May 13, May 20, May 25, and June 1. The results for all four states will be declared on June 4, coinciding with the announcement of the Lok Sabha poll results. The Lok Sabha elections will unfold over seven phases, spanning from April 19 to June 1.