Election commission reveals how many nominations submitted on 1st day
Bengal Assembly Elections Nomination Process Underway Omni 360 News Update
Bengal is buzzing as the state prepares for its Assembly elections, set to unfold in two phases by late April. Voting dates are confirmed for April 23 and April 29. With the Election Commission releasing the full schedule, the crucial nomination filing process officially began this Monday.
Commission sources indicate 59 individual candidates filed their papers on the first day. The total nominations received, however, tallied 78. Officials clarified this often happens when a single candidate submits multiple sets of forms. The Commission assures the public that all submissions are under careful review for adherence to established rules.
Early activity concentrated in Purba Medinipur districts. Mahishadal, Nandakumar, and Nandigram each saw three nomination submissions on the opening day. The Kharagpur constituency also reported three filings, per Commission updates. A key development from Monday was prominent leader Suvendu Adhikari filing his nomination for the Nandigram seat.
Aspiring candidates can submit their nominations until April 6. A thorough scrutiny of all submitted forms will follow promptly on April 7. Any candidate wishing to withdraw their nomination has until April 9 to do so, providing a clear window for final adjustments.
It is worth recalling that the Election Commission unveiled the election schedules for four states and one Union Territory, including Bengal, on March 15. The official notification for the first phase of elections was duly issued on March 30, with the second phase notification due to be released on April 2. Monday morning’s election notification by the Commission promptly initiated the nomination process, setting the stage for democratic action. Omni 360 News will continue covering Bengal’s path to the polls, bringing you every significant development.
Key takeaways:
- Bengal Assembly elections are scheduled for April 23 and April 29.
- The nomination filing process started Monday and concludes on April 6.
- On the first day, 59 candidates filed nominations, resulting in 78 total submissions.
- Purba Medinipur’s Mahishadal, Nandakumar, Nandigram, and Kharagpur recorded early nomination filings.
- Prominent leader Suvendu Adhikari filed his nomination for the Nandigram constituency on the first day.
- Nomination scrutiny is set for April 7, and withdrawals are allowed until April 9.
