The sixth phase of the Lok Sabha Election 2024 is currently underway in India, with a total of 58 constituencies across eight states and Union Territories going to polls. The voting process began at 7 am and will continue till 5 pm. This phase of elections has seen a voter turnout of 25.76% till 11 am, as reported by the Hindustan Times.
Several key battlegrounds have emerged in this phase, including the contests between Manoj Tiwari and Kanhaiya Kumar in Delhi’s North-East, Maneka Gandhi and Ram Bhual Nishad in UP’s Sultanpur, and Dharmendra Pradhan and Pranab Prakash in Odisha’s Sambalpur. Other notable contests include Mehbooba Mufti facing off against Mian Altaf Lavri and Zafar Iqbal Khan Manhas in Jammu and Kashmir’s Anantnag-Rajouri, and Manohar Lal Khattar competing against Divyanshu Budhiraja in Haryana’s Karnal.
In addition to the political contests, there have been reports of EVM tampering and election rigging allegations. The All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) shared images of EVM machines with purported BJP tags attached, raising concerns about electoral malpractice. The Election Commission has been urged to investigate these allegations and take corrective action.
Furthermore, prominent political figures like Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, Sonia Gandhi, and Rahul Gandhi have all cast their votes in this phase. Various political leaders have expressed their views on the ongoing election process, with discussions ranging from the Modi administration’s performance to the importance of voter turnout.
As polling continues, it is essential for citizens to exercise their democratic right and participate in the electoral process. The Election Commission has ensured that necessary facilities, such as volunteers, ramps, and wheelchairs, are available at polling stations to ensure a comfortable voting experience.
Overall, the sixth phase of the Lok Sabha Election 2024 is a crucial stage in the democratic process, with multiple key battlegrounds and high-profile contests taking place across India.
