Rajasthan Gears Up: ULB and Panchayat Elections Scheduled, MCC From August 17

The entire electoral process, covering both sets of polls, is set to wrap up by November 15, according to the schedule presented to the High Court.

Two Phases for Urban Local Body Elections

The initial phase will see the Urban Local Body elections take place. These polls are slated for two distinct phases, with the entire process expected to conclude by September 20.

Following the completion of the ULB elections, attention will then shift to the Panchayat elections, which are planned to unfold across four phases.

Model Code of Conduct Expected from August 17

While the state government has laid out its roadmap, the official notification from the State Election Commission (SEC) is still awaited. Once the SEC formally declares the election schedule, the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) will immediately come into effect across the entire state, impacting all urban local bodies.

As per the government's submission to the High Court, the election program is anticipated to be declared on August 17. If the SEC proceeds with this timeline, the MCC would be enforced from that very day.

Panchayat Polls and a Fresh MCC Phase

Just three days after the Urban Local Body elections conclude, specifically on September 23, District Election Officers are expected to announce the schedule for the Panchayat elections. This declaration, as informed to the High Court, will trigger a fresh wave of the Model Code of Conduct, specifically for the Panchayat areas.

Pre-Election Transfers Underway

Ahead of the impending Model Code of Conduct for the ULB elections, a significant reshuffle of officials and employees is already in motion. The Election Commission has issued directives for these transfers.

Officials and staff who have served in the same location for the past three years are being moved. Additionally, administrative and police officers directly involved in the election process will be transferred out of their home districts. This transfer exercise must be completed before August 17, when the MCC is expected to take effect.

FAQ

• When are the Rajasthan local body elections expected to conclude?
  The entire process for both Urban Local Body and Panchayat elections in Rajasthan is slated to be completed by November 15.
• When will the Model Code of Conduct likely be implemented in Rajasthan?
  The Model Code of Conduct is expected to be implemented across Rajasthan from August 17, pending the official notification from the State Election Commission.

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