Voting across 49 parliamentary constituencies spread over six states and two Union Territories (UTs) amid tight security and arrangements began on Monday morning.
As voting for the fifth phase of the ongoing Lok Sabha elections 2024 began on Monday morning across 49 parliamentary constituencies Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief and former Chief Minister Mayawati cast her vote in Lucknow and urged all political parties to prioritise the issues of deve
"All this is taking place at the behest of Partha Bhowmik. Violating all rules, Partha Bhowmick (TMC candidate) distributed money last night. He is doing this to facilitate hooliganism," Bhowmick said speaking to reporters on Monday as voting commenced in Barrackpore.
The stage is set for interesting battles across eight states and union territories in the fifth phase of Lok Sabha polls, with some seats turning into prestige contests for political dynasties and senior leaders seeking to retain their influence.
Voting for the fifth phase of the Lok Sabha elections, which covers 49 seats across six states and two union territories (UTs), is set to decide the electoral fate of leaders from some of the high-profile constituencies, including Raebareli, Amethi, and Lucknow.
Megastar Amitabh Bachchan has shared a quirky video urging voters to come out and fulfil their responsibilities in the fifth phase of the Lok Sabha elections.
Bihar's Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Sinha on Sunday launched a scathing attack on the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), accusing it of disrespecting constitutional posts and not believing in the constitution.
The All India Trinamool Congress has alleged that an instance of molestation occurred when a woman was out for her morning walk on Sunday morning by Central Force personnel deployed for election duty in the Uluberia Parliamentary constituency.
As the Lok Sabha elections enter the fifth phase, over 8.95 crore voters will be exercising their franchise across 49 constituencies in 8 States/UTs on Monday.
Tripura Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha on Sunday said that the way the Trinamool Congress is ruling West Bengal is similar to the CPI-M's rule and their days are numbered.