The Election Commission of India has officially declared the schedule for the Rajya Sabha elections, which will fill 12 seats across nine states, including Assam. This announcement comes at a critical time, with significant implications for the political landscape and power dynamics within the Indian Parliament. The election date has been set, marking a pivotal moment for both national and regional political parties as they gear up for this crucial contest.
The Election Commission’s notification has set the stage for an intense political showdown. The states involved in this election are Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal. Each of these states will witness fierce competition as various parties vie for representation in the Rajya Sabha, India’s upper house of Parliament. The stakes are exceptionally high, as the outcome could significantly influence legislative processes and national policies.
The ECI has provided a detailed schedule for the elections. The official notification will be issued on August 14, with candidates required to submit their nomination papers by August 21. The last date for the withdrawal of nominations is August 26 and 27. Voting for the 12 Rajya Sabha seats is scheduled for September 3, with the results to be declared on the same day.
Among these states, Assam is set to hold elections for two pivotal Rajya Sabha seats on September 3. This decision comes as a result of the impending vacancies created by the departure of Sarbananda Sonowal and Kamakhya Prasad Tasa.
Here is the breakdown of the vacant seats by state:
- Maharashtra: 2 seats
- Bihar: 2 seats
- Assam: 2 seats
- Madhya Pradesh: 1 seat
- Haryana: 1 seat
- Rajasthan: 1 seat
- Odisha: 1 seat
- Telangana: 1 seat
- Tripura: 1 seat
