19 November, 2024; As Jharkhand gears up for the second and final phase of the 2024 Assembly Elections, polling parties have started departing for their respective polling booths. On November 19, teams carrying Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) and other necessary equipment were seen leaving Dumka Engineering College, the designated distribution center, to serve four Assembly constituencies in the Dumka region.
This phase of voting, scheduled for November 20, will cover 38 Assembly constituencies spread across various districts of the state. The election is expected to witness a keen contest between major political players, as they vie for control of the state legislature.
Elaborate security arrangements have been made to ensure smooth polling, with personnel deployed at sensitive polling stations. Authorities have emphasized adherence to the Election Commission’s guidelines, ensuring a fair and transparent voting process.
The first phase of the election, held earlier this month, recorded significant voter turnout, setting the tone for the concluding phase. Political parties are making their final appeals to the electorate, with rallies and campaigns reflecting the urgency of the last stretch of the election.
The counting of votes for all constituencies will take place on November 23, and the results will determine the next government in Jharkhand. Stakeholders and observers are keenly watching the developments, as the elections are seen as a critical indicator of political alignments ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.
Stay tuned for updates on polling day and the eventual outcomes as Jharkhand moves closer to deciding its political future.
