Poll Panel Chief's Message To Voters Ahead Of 1st Phase Of 2024 Elections
NDTV
The 2024 Lok Sabha polls will kick off on Friday with polling for the first phase scheduled in 102 seats spread across 21 states and Union territories Simultaneously, assembly elections in Arunachal Pradesh (60 seats) and Sikkim (32 seats) will also be held.
On the eve of the Lok Sabha polls' first phase, Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar today reminded people of the significance of each vote, saying there have been instances when one vote has mattered in a critical contest.
Elections are the most beautiful expression of India's democracy and there is "nothing like voting", he said in a video message.
In view of the heatwave, Mr Kumar said people must take all precautions. "But I know the spirit of the Indian voter will beat the summer heat," he said.
