Madhya Pradesh: The Election Commission has decided to hold a by-election to a Rajya Sabha seat from Madhya Pradesh. The seat fell vacant following the resignation of Union Minister Dr L Murugan. The Commission has released the complete schedule of the election.
What will happen when?
According to the Election Commission, Dr L Murugan resigned on October 14. His term was till April 2, 2030. A by-election will be held to fill this vacant seat.
The schedule of election is as follows:
Notification: October 26
– Last date for filing nominations: November
2 – Scrutiny of nominations: November 3
– Last date for withdrawal of candidature: November
5 – Polling: November 12 (9 am to 4 pm)
– Counting of votes: November 12
at 5 pm – Last date for completion of election: November 16
Important instructions regarding voting
The Election Commission has issued some important instructions for the voting process. Only a purple sketch pen will be used to mark the preference on the ballot paper. This pen will be given by the Returning Officer and will be of pre-determined standard. The use of any other pen will be completely banned. The Commission will also appoint Observers to ensure free and fair elections. The election process will be closely monitored to ensure that the polls are conducted peacefully.
Why is the seat important?
This Rajya Sabha seat from Madhya Pradesh is considered very important. The term of the newly elected member will be till 2030. Dr. L. Murugan was made Union Minister of State for the first time in July 2021. After his resignation, a new face will now reach the Rajya Sabha on this seat.
[DD news]