Election Commission issues notification for November 30 Telangana assembly polls
Election Commission issues notification for November 30 Telangana assembly polls
The Election Commission of India recently released a notification for the upcoming Telangana Assembly polls scheduled to take place on November 30. According to the schedule outlined in the notification, the nomination filing process for the elections began on the day of the notification’s publication. The commission has designated specific hours for the acceptance of nominations, from 11 AM to 3 PM on working days, with the window open until November 10.
Following the nomination filing period, the commission has scheduled the scrutiny of the nominations to take place on November 13. Candidates will have the opportunity to withdraw their nominations until November 15, after which the final list of candidates will be confirmed for the Telangana Assembly polls.
The notification in the Telangana Gazette provides a comprehensive outline of the key dates and processes involved in the upcoming elections, emphasizing the crucial stages leading up to the finalization of candidates for the electoral contest. The publication of this notification serves as an official announcement of the election process and underscores the Election Commission of India’s commitment to ensuring a transparent and systematic electoral process in Telangana.
As per the schedule for the upcoming elections, the nominations submitted by the candidates will undergo scrutiny on November 13, and the last date for withdrawal of nominations is November 15. Alongside these key dates, certain guidelines and restrictions have been put in place to regulate the conduct of candidates during the nomination filing process.
One of these regulations stipulates that within a 100-meter radius of the Returning Officer’s (RO) office at the time of filing the nomination, a candidate’s convoy is restricted to only three vehicles. This limitation is intended to streamline the nomination process and minimize potential disruptions or congestion in the vicinity of the RO’s office.
Furthermore, the guidelines also specify that only a maximum of five individuals, including the contesting candidate, are permitted to enter the RO’s room during the nomination filing procedure. This directive ensures the maintenance of a manageable and orderly environment within the RO’s office, facilitating a smooth and efficient process for candidates as they submit their nominations for the electoral contest.
These regulations and restrictions underscore the Election Commission’s commitment to maintaining a structured and organized nomination filing process, promoting transparency, and ensuring fair participation for all candidates in the upcoming elections.
In accordance with the election process, along with the nomination submission, each candidate is required to file an affidavit in Form-26. This affidavit serves as a declaration, providing comprehensive information about the candidate’s criminal history, if any, as well as details regarding their assets, liabilities, and educational qualifications. This affidavit is crucial in ensuring transparency and accountability in the electoral process, allowing voters to make informed decisions based on the candidates’ backgrounds and declarations.
The polling for the Telangana Assembly elections is scheduled to take place on November 30, commencing from 5 AM and concluding at either 4 PM or 5 PM, depending on specific locations. The designated polling hours ensure that voters have ample time to cast their ballots, contributing to a smooth and efficient electoral process across the state.
Following the polling day, the counting of votes is slated to occur on December 3. The counting process is a critical phase in the electoral cycle, where the votes cast by the electorate are tabulated and analyzed to determine the election results. This process is conducted under the supervision of election officials and is essential in establishing the electoral outcomes and deciding the winning candidates for the various assembly constituencies in Telangana.
