The Election Commission of India is expected to announce the schedule for the upcoming Assembly elections in five states and Union Territories—Assam, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Puducherry later today, March 15.
The announcement will be made during a press conference in New Delhi, where officials will outline the full electoral timetable, including dates for nominations, polling phases and counting of votes.
The terms of the legislative assemblies in these states are set to expire between May and June this year, making the announcement of the poll schedule a crucial step in initiating the democratic process.
Once the schedule is declared, the Model Code of Conduct will come into immediate effect in the poll-bound states, placing restrictions on government announcements and new policy decisions during the election period.
These elections are expected to draw national attention, as they involve politically significant states with diverse regional dynamics. While southern states like Tamil Nadu and Kerala traditionally witness single-phase polling, states such as West Bengal and Assam may see multi-phase voting due to security and logistical considerations.
The upcoming elections will play a key role in shaping the political landscape in eastern and southern India, with major national and regional parties gearing up for intense electoral battles.
