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India's Election Commission on Saturday (March 16) announced the schedule for the upcoming Lok Sabha polls in 2024.

The general election for 543 Lok Sabha seats will be conducted in seven phases from April 19 and the result will be out on June 4, announced Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar.

The Chief Election Commissioner announced that a total of 96.8 crore voters are eligible to cast their vote in the elections this year.

During a press briefing, Kumar said that there would be 10.5 lakh polling stations and 1.5 crore polling officials and security staff would be deployed in the country to conduct free and fair polls.

"We are committed to giving the nation a truly festive, democratic environment. The term of the 17th Lok Sabha is due to expire on 16th June 2024. The terms of the Legislative Assemblies of Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim are also due to expire in June 2024. Elections are due in Jammu and Kashmir," he said.

Kumar, who was also accompanied by the two Election Commissioners while addressing the press conference, said approximately 49.7 crore voters are male and 47.1 crore voters are female.

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The Election Commissioner during the presser, underlined the main challenges that arise during polls referring to them as the 4Ms.

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<h2>Muscle power</h2>

In order to combat pre-poll and post-poll violence and disputes, Kumar highlighted that the ECI was deploying an adequate number of Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) to ensure safety.

He further stated that the CAPF would be assisted by integrated control rooms in each district with webcasting in sensitive booths.

There would also be drone-based checking at the borders.

"There is no place for bloodbath and violence in the elections. From wherever we will receive the information of violence, we will take action against them," Kumar said.

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/lok-sabha-election-2024-date-announced-check-full-schedule-voting-and-result-of-india-general-elections-700677">Lok Sabha Election 2024: Voting from April 19 in 7 phases: Check full schedule</a>

<h2>Money power&nbsp;</h2>

In the 2022-23 election cycle, cash seizure surged over 800% to Rs 3,400 crore in 11 states compared to five years ago.

Kumar said that the ECI had directed the enforcement agencies "to crack down on illicit money, liquor, drugs, and freebies, staying vigilant against disruptive methods."

The monetary transactions will be scrutinised and the authorities will also thoroughly inspect non-scheduled chartered flights and helicopters in order to prevent illegal transport of contraband or cash.

<h2>Misinformation</h2>

Kumar said that the political parties were advised to ensure responsible social behaviour.

He highlighted that Section (79)(3)(B) of the IT Act provides the nodal officers in each state with the authority to remove unlawful content.

The Election Commission also announced initiatives like 'Myth vs Reality' that aim at debunking false information by spreading facts via its platform.

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"Tackling misinformation in today's digital age is complex. We have put certain measures in place to ensure misinformation is nipped in the bud. We're proactive in debunking fake news. Originators of fake news are to be dealt with severely as per extant laws," Kumar said.

"Remember, "Verify Before You Amplify" is the mantra to combat fake news. Let's rely on authoritative sources to ensure accurate information prevails. Stay vigilant and help us maintain the integrity of the electoral process," he added.

<h2>Model Code of Conduct (MCC) violations&nbsp;</h2>

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The ECI established guidelines which include refraining from hate or religious speeches and divisive statements. Caste and religious appeals are prohibited.

(With inputs from agencies)

India's Election Commission on Saturday (March 16) announced the schedule for the upcoming Lok Sabha polls in 2024. The general election for 543 Lok Sabha seats will be conducted in seven phases from April 19 and the result will be out on June 4, announced Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar.

India's Election Commission on Saturday (March 16) announced the schedule for the upcoming Lok Sabha polls in 2024. The general election for 543 Lok Sabha seats will be conducted in seven phases from April 19 and the result will be out on June 4, announced Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar. The Chief Election Commissioner announced that a total of 96.8 crore voters are eligible to cast their vote in the elections this year. During a press briefing, Kumar said that there would be 10.5 lakh polling stations and 1.5 crore polling officials and security staff would be deployed in the country to conduct free and fair polls. "We are committed to giving the nation a truly festive, democratic environment. The term of the 17th Lok Sabha is due to expire on 16th June 2024. The terms of the Legislative Assemblies of Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim are also due to expire in June 2024. Elections are due in Jammu and Kashmir," he said. Kumar, who was also accompanied by the two Election Commissioners while addressing the press conference, said approximately 49.7 crore voters are male and 47.1 crore voters are female. General Election to Lok Sabha 2024 - All Phase Map pic.twitter.com/ils9MiK5U3 — Election Commission of India (@ECISVEEP) March 16, 2024 × ‘Focus on stopping 4Ms’ The Election Commissioner during the presser, underlined the main challenges that arise during polls referring to them as the 4Ms. The four main areas categorised by the EC were: - Money power - Muscle power - Model Code of Conduct (MCC) violations - Misinformation ECI stated that it was committed to overcoming the daunting challenges and putting in place measures to ensure fair polls. The daunting challenges in conducting free and fair elections are four-fold, the 4Ms: muscle, money, misinformation, and MCC violations - CEC Rajiv Kumar ECI is committed and has put in place measures to deal with these disruptive challenges. #Elections2024 pic.twitter.com/iABXMLqB81 — Election Commission of India (@ECISVEEP) March 16, 2024 × Muscle power In order to combat pre-poll and post-poll violence and disputes, Kumar highlighted that the ECI was deploying an adequate number of Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) to ensure safety. He further stated that the CAPF would be assisted by integrated control rooms in each district with webcasting in sensitive booths. There would also be drone-based checking at the borders. "There is no place for bloodbath and violence in the elections. From wherever we will receive the information of violence, we will take action against them," Kumar said. Also read: Lok Sabha Election 2024: Voting from April 19 in 7 phases: Check full schedule Money power In the 2022-23 election cycle, cash seizure surged over 800% to Rs 3,400 crore in 11 states compared to five years ago. Kumar said that the ECI had directed the enforcement agencies "to crack down on illicit money, liquor, drugs, and freebies, staying vigilant against disruptive methods." The monetary transactions will be scrutinised and the authorities will also thoroughly inspect non-scheduled chartered flights and helicopters in order to prevent illegal transport of contraband or cash. Misinformation Kumar said that the political parties were advised to ensure responsible social behaviour. He highlighted that Section (79)(3)(B) of the IT Act provides the nodal officers in each state with the authority to remove unlawful content. The Election Commission also announced initiatives like 'Myth vs Reality' that aim at debunking false information by spreading facts via its platform. Tackling misinformation in today's digital age is complex. We have put certain measures in place to ensure misinformation is nipped in the bud. We're proactive in debunking fake news. Originators of fake news to be dealt with severely as per extant laws: CEC Kumar pic.twitter.com/LiTy2Pne3X — Election Commission of India (@ECISVEEP) March 16, 2024 × "Tackling misinformation in today's digital age is complex. We have put certain measures in place to ensure misinformation is nipped in the bud. We're proactive in debunking fake news. Originators of fake news are to be dealt with severely as per extant laws," Kumar said. "Remember, "Verify Before You Amplify" is the mantra to combat fake news. Let's rely on authoritative sources to ensure accurate information prevails. Stay vigilant and help us maintain the integrity of the electoral process," he added. Model Code of Conduct (MCC) violations चुनाव प्रचार के दौरान plummeting discourse के issue से निपटने के लिए चुनाव आयोग पूरी तरह तैयार है- CEC Kumar Urge parties to refrain from personal attacks and foul language.No-go areas in speeches are defined to maintain civility.Let's not cross lines in our rivalry #Elections pic.twitter.com/neQdPKWt35 — Election Commission of India (@ECISVEEP) March 16, 2024 × The ECI established guidelines which include refraining from hate or religious speeches and divisive statements. Caste and religious appeals are prohibited. (With inputs from agencies)

Lok Sabha polls: 96.8 crore voters eligible to cast vote, ECI vows ‘free and fair’ elections

India has been preparing for the general elections to be held in the summer of 2024 and more than 960 million voters are expected to cast their votes in the world's biggest democratic exercise in the world.&nbsp;

The elections will lay down the political landscape of the country for the next five years.&nbsp;

In the elections, the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is aiming at consolidating its grip at the centre and coming back to power for a third term with a historic number of over 400.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, the opposition parties, led by Congress have formed a united front called INDIA to stop PM Modi from claiming another victory.

<h2>Here are the top 20 key players in General Elections 2024</h2>

Narendra Modi&nbsp;

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been the electoral poster boy for the ruling BJP and is set to contest the Lok Sabha elections 2024 from the Varanasi constituency in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. Currently, he is an elected MP from the same city&nbsp;after he clinched&nbsp;a landmark victory in the&nbsp;2019 General Elections.

Amit Shah

BJP leader and Home Minister Amit Shah will be contesting the elections from his constituency Gandhinagar.&nbsp;

Rajnath Singh&nbsp;

The BJP, in its list of candidates selected for the general elections&nbsp;announced the BJP leader and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to fight from&nbsp;Lucknow.

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Rahul Gandhi

Amid speculations over whether the Congress leader will again contest Lok Sabha elections from Amethi, Uttar Pradesh, the opposition party confirmed that Gandhi will fight in the polls from his constituency Wayanad, Kerala.&nbsp;

In the 2019 General Elections, Gandhi had tasted&nbsp;defeat in the hands of BJP's Smriti Irani from&nbsp;Amethi.

Priyanka Gandhi

The Congress party has not yet announced the constituency from where Priyanka Gandhi will fight in the elections. However, reports suggest that she may fight polls from Rae Bareli, which is a seat formerly held by Sonia Gandhi.&nbsp;

Mamata Banerjee

Mamata Banerjee's Trinamool Congress has announced the list of 42 candidates for Lok Sabha seats across West Bengal. However, it remains unclear from which seat the West Bengal chief minister would be contesting.

Watch:&nbsp;India Elections 2024: Manufacturing sector is the thrust of India's government

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Akhilesh Yadav&nbsp;

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav is most likely to contest for the parliamentary seat from his family bastion Kannauj in Uttar Pradesh

N Chandrababu Naidu&nbsp;

TDP's N Chandrababu Naidu is expected to contest Lok Sabha elections from his constituency Kuppam, Andhra Pradesh.

Arvind Kejriwal&nbsp;

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has released its first list which contains eight candidates who will be contesting elections from different constituencies of Punjab. However, it has not been announced from which constituency will Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal fight elections.

Jagan Reddy&nbsp;

Andhra Pradesh's ruling party YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) is yet to announce its list of candidates for the Lok Sabha elections. In the last elections, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Jaganmohan Reddy had clinched victory on the Kadapa Lok Sabha seat with more than 5.63 lakh votes.

MK Stalin&nbsp;

DMK leader and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has been discussing the allocation of constituencies with senior leaders of the party and has finalised 21 DMK candidates, who will be contesting elections. It remains unclear from which constituency will Stalin fight in the elections.

Smriti Irani&nbsp;

Union Minister Smriti Irani will again be contesting Lok Sabha elections from Amethi. Irani, in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, had achieved a huge victory&nbsp;defeating&nbsp;Congress leader Rahul Gandhi by 468,514 votes.

Nitin Jairam Gadkari

BJP leader Nitin Jairam Gadkari will be contesting the elections from Nagpur constituency.

Manohar Lal Khattar

The former chief minister of Haryana and BJP leader Manohar Lal Khattarn has been given the&nbsp;Karnal constituency to fight from.

Piyush Goyal

Piyush Goyal will be contesting the elections from Mumbai North, which is being seen as one of the safest seats for the minister.

S Jaishankar

India's Foreign Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is set to contest Lok Sabha elections for the first time and most probably from a constituency in Karnataka.

Nirmala Sitharaman

India's Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is also set to contest elections from Karnataka, however, her constituency still remains to be disclosed.&nbsp;

Nitish Kumar

Bihar’s Chief Minister and JDU (Janata Dal United) leader Nitish Kumar, in a major u-turn, joined NDA months before the elections. His constituency is yet to be announced.

Ajit Pawar

Ajit Pawar-led Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) is set to contest four seats in Maharashtra in the upcoming Lok Sabha polls 2024. But from where Pawar will contest the election is not yet clear.

Chirag Paswan

Chirag Paswan’s Lok Janshakti (Ram Vilas) Party has finalised seat-sharing with the BJP in the state of Bihar and will soon release the list of candidates for Lok Sabha elections.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

India has been preparing for the general elections to be held in the summer of 2024 and more than 960 million voters are expected to cast their votes in the world's biggest democratic exercise in the world.

India has been preparing for the general elections to be held in the summer of 2024 and more than 960 million voters are expected to cast their votes in the world's biggest democratic exercise in the world. The elections will lay down the political landscape of the country for the next five years. In the elections, the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is aiming at consolidating its grip at the centre and coming back to power for a third term with a historic number of over 400. Meanwhile, the opposition parties, led by Congress have formed a united front called INDIA to stop PM Modi from claiming another victory. Here are the top 20 key players in General Elections 2024 Narendra Modi Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been the electoral poster boy for the ruling BJP and is set to contest the Lok Sabha elections 2024 from the Varanasi constituency in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. Currently, he is an elected MP from the same city after he clinched a landmark victory in the 2019 General Elections. Amit Shah BJP leader and Home Minister Amit Shah will be contesting the elections from his constituency Gandhinagar. Rajnath Singh The BJP, in its list of candidates selected for the general elections announced the BJP leader and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to fight from Lucknow. Also Read: Lok Sabha Election 2024: PM Modi says 'our partnership at threshold of completing decade' in letter to country Rahul Gandhi Amid speculations over whether the Congress leader will again contest Lok Sabha elections from Amethi, Uttar Pradesh, the opposition party confirmed that Gandhi will fight in the polls from his constituency Wayanad, Kerala. In the 2019 General Elections, Gandhi had tasted defeat in the hands of BJP's Smriti Irani from Amethi. Priyanka Gandhi The Congress party has not yet announced the constituency from where Priyanka Gandhi will fight in the elections. However, reports suggest that she may fight polls from Rae Bareli, which is a seat formerly held by Sonia Gandhi. Mamata Banerjee Mamata Banerjee's Trinamool Congress has announced the list of 42 candidates for Lok Sabha seats across West Bengal. However, it remains unclear from which seat the West Bengal chief minister would be contesting. Watch: India Elections 2024: Manufacturing sector is the thrust of India's government Akhilesh Yadav Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav is most likely to contest for the parliamentary seat from his family bastion Kannauj in Uttar Pradesh N Chandrababu Naidu TDP's N Chandrababu Naidu is expected to contest Lok Sabha elections from his constituency Kuppam, Andhra Pradesh. Arvind Kejriwal The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has released its first list which contains eight candidates who will be contesting elections from different constituencies of Punjab. However, it has not been announced from which constituency will Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal fight elections. Jagan Reddy Andhra Pradesh's ruling party YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) is yet to announce its list of candidates for the Lok Sabha elections. In the last elections, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Jaganmohan Reddy had clinched victory on the Kadapa Lok Sabha seat with more than 5.63 lakh votes. MK Stalin DMK leader and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has been discussing the allocation of constituencies with senior leaders of the party and has finalised 21 DMK candidates, who will be contesting elections. It remains unclear from which constituency will Stalin fight in the elections. Smriti Irani Union Minister Smriti Irani will again be contesting Lok Sabha elections from Amethi. Irani, in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, had achieved a huge victory defeating Congress leader Rahul Gandhi by 468,514 votes. Nitin Jairam Gadkari BJP leader Nitin Jairam Gadkari will be contesting the elections from Nagpur constituency. Manohar Lal Khattar The former chief minister of Haryana and BJP leader Manohar Lal Khattarn has been given the Karnal constituency to fight from. Piyush Goyal Piyush Goyal will be contesting the elections from Mumbai North, which is being seen as one of the safest seats for the minister. S Jaishankar India's Foreign Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is set to contest Lok Sabha elections for the first time and most probably from a constituency in Karnataka. Nirmala Sitharaman India's Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is also set to contest elections from Karnataka, however, her constituency still remains to be disclosed. Nitish Kumar Bihar’s Chief Minister and JDU (Janata Dal United) leader Nitish Kumar, in a major u-turn, joined NDA months before the elections. His constituency is yet to be announced. Ajit Pawar Ajit Pawar-led Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) is set to contest four seats in Maharashtra in the upcoming Lok Sabha polls 2024. But from where Pawar will contest the election is not yet clear. Chirag Paswan Chirag Paswan’s Lok Janshakti (Ram Vilas) Party has finalised seat-sharing with the BJP in the state of Bihar and will soon release the list of candidates for Lok Sabha elections. (With inputs from agencies)

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