Produced by: Tarun Mishra Designed by: Muskan Arora
The first phase of voting for the Lok Sabha elections 2024 is scheduled for Friday, April 19, covering 102 constituencies across 21 states and Union Territories.
Polling will commence at 7 am and conclude at 5 pm for the first phase of Lok Sabha elections 2024, as per the Election Commission's schedule.
The states and Union Territories participating in phase 1 of Lok Sabha elections 2024 include Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Rajasthan, Sikkim, Tamil Nadu, Tripura, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, West Bengal, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Jammu and Kashmir, Lakshadweep, and Puducherry.
To cast their votes without a voter ID card, voters can carry alternative identity documents such as passport, Aadhaar card, PAN card, or driving licence. Additionally, MNREGA cards, ID cards of Central and state government employees, and pension cards with a photo are accepted at polling booths.
It is crucial for voters to verify if their names are included in the official voter list by the Election Commission before heading to the polling booths.
Voters can check their inclusion in the electoral roll by visiting https://voters.eci.gov.in/, selecting their state and preferred language, providing personal details, and entering the captcha code. If their name appears on the electoral roll, it will be displayed on the screen.
The verification process ensures that voters of all phase 1 states are adequately prepared to exercise their voting rights in the Lok Sabha elections 2024.
By following these steps and carrying valid alternative identity documents, voters can participate in the democratic process and contribute to shaping the future of their constituencies.