Phase 2 of Lok Sabha Elections 2024
The second phase of voting for the 18th Lok Sabha elections is scheduled for April 26, 2024, following the initial phase held on April 19. This phase will cover 89 Lok Sabha constituencies across 13 states in India. The turnout for the first phase was approximately 64 percent, indicating significant public engagement in the electoral process.
Key Constituencies in Phase 2
In the second phase of Lok Sabha elections, key constituencies like Wayanad, where Congress leader Rahul Gandhi is contesting, and Thiruvananthapuram, where Congress leader Shashi Tharoor will face BJP’s Rajeev Chandrasekhar, will go to polls. These constituencies, along with others, will play a crucial role in shaping the political landscape of India.
States and UTs Covered in Phase 2
The states and union territories covered in the second phase of Lok Sabha elections include Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Manipur, Rajasthan, Tripura, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, and Jammu & Kashmir. Each of these regions contributes to the diverse electoral dynamics of India.
Voting Schedule and Timings
Voting for the second phase of elections will commence at 7:00 AM and conclude at 5:00 PM on April 26, 2024. This timetable ensures a structured and efficient polling process across the designated constituencies. The Election Commission of India (ECI) has meticulously planned the schedule to facilitate maximum participation from eligible voters.
Lok Sabha Election 2024 Phase 2
In Wayanad, Kerala, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi is contesting, while in Thiruvananthapuram, Congress leader Shashi Tharoor will face BJP’s Rajeev Chandrasekhar. Other notable candidates include Hema Malini from Mathura, Arun Govil from Meerut in Uttar Pradesh, and former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel from Rajnandgaon.
| State/UT | No. of Seats | Constituencies |
|---|---|---|
| Assam | 5 | Karimganj, Silchar, Mangaldoi, Nawgong, Kaliabor |
| Bihar | 5 | Kishanganj, Katihar, Purnia, Bhagalpur, Banka |
| Chhattisgarh | 3 | Rajnandgaon, Mahasamund, Kanker |
| Jammu & Kashmir | 1 | Jammu |
| Karnataka | 14 | Udupi Chikamagalur, Hassan, Dakshina Kannada, Chitradurga, Tumkur, Mandya, Mysore, Chamarajanagar, Bangalore Rural, Bangalore North, Bangalore Central, Bangalore South, Chikballapur, Kolar |
| Kerala | 20 | Kasaragod, Kannur, Vatakara, Wayanad, Kozhikode, Malappuram, Ponnani, Palakkad, Alathur, Thrissur, Chalakudy, Ernakulam, Idukki, Kottayam, Alappuzha, Mavelikkara, Pathanamthitta, Kollam, Attingal, Thiruvananthapuram |
| Madhya Pradesh | 7 | Tikamgarh, Damoh, Khajuraho, Satna, Rewa, Hoshangabad, Betul |
| Maharashtra | 8 | Buldhana, Akola, Amravati (SC), Wardha, Yavatmal-Washim, Hingoli, Nanded, Parbhani |
| Manipur | 1 | Outer Manipur |
| Rajasthan | 13 | Tonk-Sawai Madhopur, Ajmer, Pali, Jodhpur, Barmer, Jalore, Udaipur, Banswara, Chittorgarh, Rajsamand, Bhilwara, Kota, Jhalawar-Baran |
| Tripura | 1 | Tripura East |
| Uttar Pradesh | 8 | Amroha, Meerut, Baghpat, Ghaziabad, Gautam Budh Nagar, Aligarh, Mathura, Bulandshahr |
| West Bengal | 3 | Darjeeling, Raiganj, Balurghat |
The second phase of Lok Sabha elections in 2024 encompasses a diverse range of constituencies across multiple states and union territories. With key candidates vying for victory and voters exercising their democratic rights, this phase plays a crucial role in shaping India’s political future. Stay tuned for updates on the polling process and electoral outcomes.
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