Appointment of Ajay Kumar Singh as Jharkhand’s New DGP The Election Commission of India (ECI) has appointed Ajay Kumar Singh as the new Director General of Police (DGP) for Jharkhand, replacing the former DGP, Neeraj Sinha. This significant decision comes just months before the upcoming assembly elections in the state. Singh, an Indian Police Service…
J&K Launches “Vote Ka Tyohar” Theme Song to Promote Voting Awareness The Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir has recently launched a unique initiative to encourage voter participation through the release of the “Vote Ka Tyohar” theme song. This initiative aims to foster awareness about the importance of voting and ensure higher turnout in upcoming…
Voter Turnout in General Elections 2024 Reaches 65.79% Overview of the Voter Turnout The Election Commission has announced a 65.79% voter turnout in the General Elections (GE) 2024, showcasing active participation from the electorate. Lakshadweep led the turnout with 84.16%, followed by Assam at 81.56% and Tripura at 80.93%. Contrarily, Bihar had the lowest turnout…
Revolutionizing Voting Accessibility: Election Commission’s Saksham App In a monumental stride towards inclusive democracy, the Election Commission of India has launched the Saksham mobile application, aiming to transform the landscape of voting accessibility across the nation. This innovative initiative comes at a crucial juncture, heralding a new era of technological empowerment and participation in the…
Election Commission Replaces West Bengal DGP; Appointment of Sanjay Mukherjee In a significant move, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has replaced the Director General of Police (DGP) in West Bengal, appointing Mr. Sanjay Mukherjee in the position. This decision comes amidst heightened tensions and concerns regarding the impartiality and effectiveness of law enforcement ahead…
Election Commission Launches “Mission 414” Campaign in Himachal Pradesh to Boost Voter Turnout In a bid to enhance voter participation and strengthen the democratic process, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has initiated the “Mission 414” campaign in Himachal Pradesh. The campaign, named after the state’s 68 assembly constituencies, aims to bolster voter turnout and…
Election Commission Launches ‘Know Your Candidate’ App The Election Commission of India (ECI) has recently introduced the ‘Know Your Candidate’ mobile application, aiming to provide comprehensive information about candidates contesting in elections. This innovative initiative is poised to revolutionize the electoral process by empowering voters with easy access to crucial details about their prospective representatives….
National Voters Day 2024: Date, History, Theme, and Significance National Voters Day (NVD) is celebrated annually in India to mark the foundation day of the Election Commission of India. This day holds immense importance for aspirants preparing for government exams, such as those aiming for positions in teaching, police, banking, railways, defense, and civil services…
