What is the Revised Schedule for Bypolls in Rajasthan?
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Synopsis
The <b>State Election Commission of Rajasthan</b> has announced an updated schedule for by-elections, previously postponed due to international tensions. With new voting dates set for June 2025, officials are gearing up for a significant electoral event across various local bodies and panchayati institutions.
Key Takeaways
- By-elections are scheduled for June 8, 2025.
- Notifications for nominations will be issued on May 20 and 21.
- Voting will take place from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Positions include Municipal and Panchayat leaders.
- Initial postponement was due to Operation Sindoor.
Jaipur, May 17 (NationPress) The State Election Commission of Rajasthan has officially released a new timeline for the upcoming by-elections in 14 urban local bodies and several Panchayati Raj institutions throughout the state. This decision follows the earlier postponement due to escalated tensions between India and Pakistan following Operation Sindoor.
The bypolls are now set to take place on June 8, 2025.
Notifications for the Panchayati Raj elections will be made public on May 20, while the notifications for urban local bodies will be announced on May 21.
The elections will include 12 wards, one Municipal President, and one Vice President in urban areas.
For the Panchayati Raj institutions, the by-elections will involve one Zila Pramukh (District Chief), two Pradhans, one Deputy Pradhan, seven Zila Parishad members, 18 Panchayat Samiti members, 17 Sarpanchs, 15 Deputy Sarpanchs, and Ward Panchs across 169 Gram Panchayats.
Significant locations include Ganganagar (District Head), along with wards in Sirohi, Rajsamand, Pratapgarh, Jhalawar, Dungarpur, Dholpur, and Alwar.
The elections for Pradhan will be conducted in Barmer and Karauli, with Deputy Pradhan elections taking place in Banswara.
Nominations for Panchayat positions will commence on May 20.
Voting for Deputy Sarpanchs is scheduled for June 9, for District Head and Pradhan on June 10, for Deputy Pradhan on June 11, for Municipal President on June 16, and for Vice President on June 17.
These by-elections were initially delayed due to the tense atmosphere post-Operation Sindoor, but with the situation now stabilized, officials reported that preparations are moving forward smoothly.
Voting will take place on June 8 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
These elections are being held for seats that became vacant after their terms ended in December 2024 for various reasons, according to officials.
Point of View
The recent updates regarding the by-elections in Rajasthan reflect the resilience of our democratic processes. In light of past tensions, it is commendable that the State Election Commission has moved swiftly to ensure that elections proceed as planned, allowing citizens to express their views and elect their representatives. The upcoming bypolls present an opportunity for community engagement and strengthening local governance.
NationPress
08/06/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the bypolls be held in Rajasthan?
The bypolls in Rajasthan are scheduled for June 8, 2025.
What positions will be contested in the by-elections?
The elections will cover various positions including Municipal President, Vice President, Zila Pramukh, and several Panchayat members.
Why were the by-elections postponed?
The by-elections were postponed due to heightened tensions between India and Pakistan following Operation Sindoor.
What is the voting schedule for the by-elections?
Voting will occur on June 8 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., with specific voting days for different positions outlined.
How many urban local bodies are involved in the bypolls?
There are 14 urban local bodies involved in the upcoming by-elections.
