The Election Commission has announced the schedule for the Karanpur Assembly by-election following the conclusion of the Rajasthan Assembly Elections 2023. This by-election comes after the unfortunate demise of Congress candidate Gurmeet Singh Kunnar, which necessitated the postponement of the election for this seat.
Election Schedule
According to the Election Commission, voting in Karanpur will be held on January 5, 2024, and the counting of votes will take place on January 8, 2024. The election process is expected to be completed by January 10, 2024.
The detailed schedule is as follows:
Date | Event |
---|---|
December 12, 2023 (Tuesday) | Gazette Notification issued |
December 19, 2023 (Tuesday) | Last date for filing nominations |
December 20, 2023 (Wednesday) | Scrutiny of nominations |
December 22, 2023 (Friday) | Last date for withdrawal of candidature |
January 5, 2024 (Friday) | Voting |
January 8, 2024 (Monday) | Counting of votes |
January 10, 2024 (Wednesday) | Election process completed |
Important Election Milestones
- Gazette Notification: Issued by the Election Commission to formally announce the election and provide details like key dates for nominations, voting, and counting.
- Filing Nominations: Candidates must submit their nomination papers by December 19, 2023, to contest the election.
- Scrutiny of Nominations: The Election Commission will verify the submitted nomination papers on December 20, 2023. Any incomplete or incorrect submissions may be rejected.
- Withdrawal of Candidature: Candidates can withdraw their nominations until December 22, 2023, by submitting a written application.
- Voting Day: Voters will cast their votes on January 5, 2024.
- Counting of Votes: The counting process will begin on January 8, 2024, and the results will be declared on the same day.
Reason for Postponement
The Karanpur by-election was initially postponed following the tragic death of Gurmeet Singh Kunnar, the Congress candidate and sitting MLA from Karanpur. Kunnar passed away on November 15, 2023, at AIIMS Delhi, where he was undergoing treatment after suffering a brain attack.
The Election Commission decided to defer the election in light of this development. The fresh schedule now ensures adequate time for candidates to prepare and for voters to participate in the democratic process.
Key Insights
The Karanpur by-election will be closely watched as it takes place after the Rajasthan Assembly Elections, which saw fierce competition among major political parties. The election will serve as a litmus test for the winning party’s ability to consolidate its position in the state.
The Election Commission has urged all eligible voters to participate in the polling process to uphold the democratic spirit.