In a significant development, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has decided to revise the polling date for the Rajasthan assembly election date revised to November 25 from November 23. This change was made in response to representations from various political parties, social organizations, and concerns raised on several media platforms regarding a “wedding rush” on the initially scheduled date.
The wedding rush, which was expected to see over 50,000 weddings taking place on November 23, raised concerns about logistical challenges and the potential inconvenience to a large number of people. This could have led to reduced voter participation, prompting the ECI to reconsider the polling date.
Representatives from different political parties, including Jodhpur BJP MP PP Chaudhary, played a significant role in advocating for the change in the polling date. They were joined by social organizations and various media platforms, all of whom expressed their concerns about the wedding rush’s impact on the election process.
The Election Commission of India, taking these factors into account, decided to shift the polling date to November 25 to ensure that the voting process is conducted smoothly and that the maximum number of eligible voters can participate.
Votes cast on November 25 will be counted as scheduled on December 3. This change in the polling date has been met with approval from various quarters and is expected to enhance the overall integrity and inclusivity of the Rajasthan Assembly Elections. The election is crucial, not only for the state but also as a significant indicator in the lead-up to the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.