Elections
Voting in the fifth phase of the seven-phase Lok Sabha elections 2024, began at 7 AM on Monday (May20). This phase covers 49 constituencies across eight states and union territories, with 695 candidates competing.
This phase constitutes of the candidacy of some prominent faces that include include Smriti Irani (Amethi), Rajnath Singh (Lucknow), Rahul Gandhi (Rae Bareli), and Chirag Paswan (Hajipur). Over 8.95 crore voters are expected, facilitated by 9.47 lakh polling officials at 94,732 polling stations.
The Campaigning for the fifth phase had come to its end on May 18.
56.68% voter turnout recorded till 5 pm, in the fifth phase of elections.
Bihar- 52.35% Jammu & Kashmir- 54.21% Jharkhand- 61.90% Ladakh-67.15% Maharashtra- 48.66% Odisha- 60.55% Uttar Pradesh-55.80 West Bengal- 73.00%
Former Maharashtra CM & Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray says, “I have seen that voters are going in huge numbers at the voting centre but due to inconvenience they had to go back. A lot of time is being taken inside so that they are not able to vote. I request all the voters that even if it takes time please go to the voting centres and cast your vote…”
EVMs being sealed at polling booth number 196 in Koderma, as voting concludes for the 5th phase.
Actor Madhuri Dixit arrives at a polling booth in Mumbai
Congress MP and candidate from Wayanad (Kerala) and Raebareli (Uttar Pradesh) Rahul Gandhi, arrives at Lucknow airport He visited different polling booths in Raebareli during polling in the constituency today.
Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani says, “Every Indian should vote and I appeal to everyone to vote.”
Actor Salman Khan arrives at a polling centre in Mumbai to cast his vote for the fifth phase.
Actor Tamannaah Bhatia casts her vote in Mumbai, she says, “Everyone is excited to vote. While I was travelling to the voting centre, I could see many people heading to their respective voting centres. It is our responsibility to cast our vote.”
Actor Sonakshi Sinha along with her mother Poonam Sinha cast their votes at a polling centre in Mumbai for the fifth phase.
Actors Sara Ali Khan and Amrita Singh cast their votes at a polling centre in Mumbai for the fifth phase.
BJP MP and candidate from Hooghly, Locket Chatterjee says, “People are coming here and are creating problems. If we win, we will look after it. All of these people are corrupt. ‘Inko theek karna padega’…”
Actor Amitabh Bachchan & MP Jaya Bachchan cast their votes at a polling centre in Mumbai.
Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani, Founder and Chairperson of Reliance Foundation Nita Ambani along with their son arrive at a voting centre in Mumbai to cast their vote.
Long queues of voters witnessed at a polling booth in Baramulla, as they await their turn to cast a vote. Voting is being held for the Baramulla Parliamentary constituency today. The constituency sees a contest among NC’s Omar Abdullah, PDP’s Mir Mohammad Fayaz and JKPC’s Sajad Lone.
38.77% voter turnout recorded till 3 pm, in 13 constituencies in the fifth phase of elections in Maharashtra Dindori- 45.95% Palghar- 42.48% Mumbai North West- 39.91% Thane- 36.07%
Jammu, J&K: Migrant Kashmiri Pandits cast vote for the Baramulla Lok Sabha seat in the special polling station set up for the Kashmiri migrants in Jagti township.
Singer & music composer Shankar Mahadevan casts vote along with his family.
Actor Shah Rukh Khan along with his family arrives at a polling station in Mumbai to cast his vote for the fifth phase.
Actor Ranbir Kapoor arrives at a polling centre in Mumbai to cast his vote for the fifth phase.
After casting his vote for #LokSabhaElections2024, Chairman of Aditya Birla Group, Kumar Mangalam Birla says, “I urge all the young voters to come and vote… It is a true expression of democracy”…
Actor Tiger Shroff cast his vote for the 5th phase of Lok Sabha Elections 2024. He said, “Voting is very important, so everyone is requested to go and vote.”
BJP candidate from Saran Lok Sabha seat, Rajiv Pratap Rudy casts his vote for the fifth phase of Lok Sabha elections.
Congress MP and candidate from Wayanad (Kerala) and Raebareli (Uttar Pradesh) Rahul Gandhi, arrives at a polling booth in Raebareli, Uttar Pradesh to inspect it.
Congress workers showed black flags and raised slogans against BJP Mandi candidate Kangana Ranaut during her visit to Kaza of Lahaul & Spiti district today Kangana Ranaut along with former CM & LoP Jairam Thakur addressed a public rally in Kaza today. The state votes in the last phase of Lok Sbaha elections on June 1.
Former Jet Airways Chairman Naresh Goyal shows his inked finger after casting a vote at a polling station in Mumbai, for the fifth phase.
After casting his vote, former HDFC Chairman Deepak Parekh says, “…I asked the man (polling official) who checked the name, what is the turnout now? He said it is low here in South Bombay. But, the process is also slow. I know some people who stood for 1 hour and went as the weather was hot… It is necessary to have a stable government. It is the key to progress. So we need stability. We need good leadership at the centre, which we’ve been having for the last ten years… India is doing well… The priority even of the existing government is to bring the lowest strata of people up…”
Actor Kiara Advani casts her vote at a polling polling station in Mumbai for the fifth phase.
Actors Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan cast their votes at a polling station in Mumbai for the fifth phase.
Addressing a public rally in Hisar, Union Home Minister Amit Shah says, “On one side, there is PM Narendra Modi who gives befitting reply to Pakistan. On the other side, Congress leaders say that don’t ask for Pakistan-occupied Kashmir as it has an atom bomb. PoK belongs to India, and we will take it back from Pakistan… Rahul Gandhi started the Lok Sabha elections 2024 with the ‘Bharat Jodo Yatra’. After June 4, Rahul Gandhi will have to launch ‘Congress Dhundho Yatra’…”
Actor Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao show their inked finger after casting their votes at a polling station in Mumbai for the fifth phase.
BJP national president JP Nadda chairs a meeting of the party’s national general secretaries at the party headquarters in Delhi.
40.38% voter turnout recorded till 1 pm in the Assembly by-election to Gandey constituency in Jharkhand. 34.03% voter turnout recorded till 1 pm in the Assembly by-election to Lucknow East constituency in Uttar Pradesh.
NCP leader Chhagan Bhujbal casts his vote along with his family at a polling booth in Nashik.
After casting his vote, NCP leader Chhagan Bhujbal says, “Everyone should go to the polling booth and cast their vote. It is our right, and everyone should exercise their right to vote…“
Actors Jackky Bhagnani and his wife actor Rakul Preet Singh show their inked fingers after casting votes at a polling station in Mumbai, for the fifth phase.
Actor Sanjay Dutt shows his inked finger after casting his vote at a polling station in Mumbai, for the fifth phase.
Jansatta Dal (Loktantrik) leader Raghuraj Pratap Singh ‘Raja Bhaiya’ casts his vote at a polling station in Pratapgarh.
Actors Shilpa Shetty and Shamita Shetty along with their mother show their inked fingers after casting votes at a polling station in Mumbai, for the fifth phase.
North 24 Paraganas, West Bengal | Voters wade through the waterlogged ground of Bagdah High School to cast their votes in the fifth phase of Lok Sabha elections A voter says, “Everyone is facing a problem due to waterlogging here.”
Director David Dhawan and Actor Varun Dhawan show their inked finger after casting votes at a polling station in Mumbai, for the fifth phase.
After casting his vote for election singer Anup Jalota says, “Maximum people of India are voting for PM Modi. Everyone is enthusiastic and they want the development to keep going what has been going on for the last 10 years…”
She says “We should all vote for the country.”
Actor Ishaan Khatter arrives at a polling station in Mumbai, to cast his vote for the fifth phase.
Actor Priya Dutt with her family arrive at a polling station in Mumbai, to cast their votes for the fifth phase.
Navneet Kumar Sehgal, Chairman of Prasar Bharati, his family members show the indelible ink mark on their fingers after casting their vote at a polling booth in Lucknow.
Actor Nidhi Shah shows her inked finger after casting her vote at a polling station in Mumbai, for the fifth phase.
Actor Hrithik Roshan, his sister Sunaina Roshan & their parents Rakesh Roshan and Pinkie Roshan cast their votes at a polling booth in Mumbai.
Hrithik Roshan says, “Study the candidates before you vote, know what your are voting for.”
Film-maker and Director Sajid Khan arrive at a polling station in Mumbai, to cast his vote for the fifth phase.
Director Boney Kapoor and actor Khushi Kapoor arrive at a polling station in Mumbai, to cast their votes for the fifth phase.
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath says, “Whenever there is any crisis in the country, Rahul Gandhi’s name comes first among those who run away from the country….They (Congress) gave terrorism, Naxalism, corruption, anarchy to the country…”
Film Producer and Veteran Actor Salim Khan and his wife Salma Khan arrive at a polling station in Mumbai, to cast their votes for the fifth phase.
Former Indian Cricketer Sachin Tendulkar and his son cricketer Arjun Tendulkar cast their votes at a polling station in Mumbai.
Actors Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone arrive at a polling station in Mumbai to cast their vote for the fifth phase.
Actor Vidya Balan shows the indelible ink mark on her finger after casting her vote at a polling booth in Mumbai.
After casting his vote for #LokSabhaElections2024 Principal Secretary to UP CM Sanjay Prasad says, “I appeal to the public of Lucknow to be a part of the festival of democracy and exercise their right to vote”
After casting her vote for #LokSabhaElections2024 Principal Secretary to UP CM Sanjay Prasad’s daughter Sanjana Prasad says, “Everyone should go out and cast their vote..It’s our right and we should use it”
UP Principal Secretary Sanjay Prasad cast his vote with his entire family, daughter Sanjana Prasad voted for the first time and the entire family appealed to everyone to cast their votes.
After casting her vote for Principal Secretary to UP CM Sanjay Prasad’s wife Puja Prasad says, “Everyone should vote, it is our special privilege and we all should make the best use of it”
A 1-foot 6-inch tall woman, Vinita Seth aged 47, shows her inked finger after casting her vote at a polling booth in Patnagarh under Balangir Lok Sabha Constituency.
Advisor to the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh Awanish K Awasthi and folk singer Malini Awasthi along with their family cast their votes in Lucknow
Maharashtra Governor Ramesh Bais casts his vote for #LokSabhaElections2024, in Mumbai.
After casting his vote for the fifth phase of LokSabhaElections2024 Lyricist Gulzar says “Our city is becoming beautiful and we have cast our vote for the development of our city…”
After casting her vote for the fifth phase of #LokSabhaElections2024 Director Meghna Gulzar says “Issues of the people keep changing with time and it is the responsibility of the govt to solve them. Voting is a responsibility and it is important that we exercise our right to vote…”
After casting his vote for the fifth phase of the LokSabhaElections2024 , Actor Suniel Shetty says “Everyone should come out and cast their votes. The voter turnout in Mumbai has never crossed 50-60%…All of us should contribute to the growth of the society and the country..”
Actor Suniel Shetty arrives at a polling booth in Mumbai to cast his vote for the fifth phase.
After casting his vote at a polling booth in Mumbai, film producer-director Subhash Ghai says, “… I would ask every voter to cast their votes… I have done this for my country, for the development of the country… I hope that the government of the next five years will ensure respect for all religions, love, development and progress at the global level in the country.”
Actor Emraan Hashmi shows his inked finger after casting his vote at a polling station in Mumbai for the fifth phase.
Actor Ranveer Singh arrives at a polling station in Mumbai to cast his vote for the fifth phase.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses a public meeting in Cuttack, Odisha.
SSP Baramulla, Amod Ashok Nagpure says, “Voting is going on well. People have come out in large numbers. We have ensured adequate security arrangements so that people can vote without any fear…”
Long queues of voters at a polling booth in Baramulla, as they await their turn to cast a vote. Voting is being held for Baramulla Parliamentary constituency today. The constituency sees a contest among NC’s Omar Abdullah, PDP’s Mir Mohammad Fayaz and JKPC’s Sajad Lone.
After casting his vote, actor Manoj Bajpayee says, “This is the biggest festival and everyone should vote as you will get this opportunity after 5 years. If you haven’t voted then you have no right to complain…”
After casting his vote, Actor Suresh Oberoi says “...I don’t think Mumbaikars will not come out to cast their votes because of the heatwave conditions. People will surely come out and exercise their right to vote. I am requesting everyone to come out…”
After casting his vote, Musician Vishal Dadlani says “Mumbai is the financial capital of the country. It is the responsibility of Mumbaikars to come out and show the path to the rest of the country. This is our chance to vote for the people who have worked for you. I request everyone to come out and cast their votes…”
Actor Anil Kapoor casts his vote for LokSabhaElections2024 at a polling station in Mumbai.
After casting his vote, actor Anupam Kher says, “Today is the festival of democracy and we should come out and vote to elect our government for the next 5 years…”
Union Minister Bharati Pravin Pawar cast her vote at a polling booth in Nashik.
Odisha records 21.07% voter turnout till 11 am in the second and final phase of elections to its State Legislative Assembly.
23.66% voter turnout recorded till 11 am, in the fifth phase of elections.
Bihar 21.11% Jammu & Kashmir 21.37% Jharkhand 26.18% Ladakh 27.87% Maharashtra 15.93% Odisha 21.07% Uttar Pradesh 27.76% West Bengal 32.70%
After casting his vote for #LokSabhaElections2024, BJP MP and candidate from Sundargarh Juel Oram says, “I urge everyone to use their right to vote and give their contributions in forming the government at the Centre as well as state…People are very excited and are coming in large numbers to vote… We will be forming our governments in Delhi as well as Odisha…I am expecting myself to win, I have faith in public”
Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple chief priest Acharya Satyendra Das casts his vote at a polling booth in Ayodhya.
After casting his vote for the fifth phase of #LokSabhaElections2024, Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple chief priest Acharya Satyendra Das says, “Voting is everyone’s right and no one should give up on this… I wish PM Modi to be the PM again and the BJP government would come to power, I have voted with this feeling. ‘Jo Ram ko laaye hain hum unko laayenge’ is a people’s emotion now as PM Modi has done what others couldn’t…”
After casting her vote, BJP leader Aparna Yadav says, “I appeal to the people to vote and participate in this festival of democracy…People have faith in BJP and PM Modi will become PM for the third time…”
BJP candidate from Patnagarh state assembly seat, Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo along with his wife and BJP candidate from Balangir Lok Sabha seat Sangeeta Kumari Singh Deo cast their votes at a polling booth in Patnagarh, Odisha
After casting her vote, BJP candidate from Balangir Lok Sabha seat Sangeeta Kumari Singh Deo says, “I am very happy that people have taken their constitutional rights seriously and people vote for those whom they trust as per their wish…”
Rajiv Lakshman says, “People say voting is our right. I say voting is our responsibility and privilege…Vote is our voice…If we don’t vote, how can we be patriots?” Raghu Ram says, “I think voting is our superpower. India is the world’s largest democracy. Biggest elections are held in this country. So, in a way, our voters are the most powerful people in the world. It is good to use this superpower…”
Actress and BJP MP Hema Malini, her daughter and actress Esha Deol show indelible ink marks on their fingers after casting their votes at a polling booth in Mumbai
After casting her vote, Actress and BJP MP Hema Malini says, “A large number of people are coming to vote. Yes, (400 paar) will be successful.”
After casting her vote, Actress Esha Deol says, “I appeal to people to come out and vote. It is our right. Every vote counts. He (PM Modi) is doing a lot of things for the country. Not only in India but also at the international level, he is taking our country forward.”
BJP MP and party’s national spokesperson Sudhanshu Trivedi cast his vote at a polling booth in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.
Sudhanshu Trivedi says, “…I would like to tell all citizens of the country to definitely exercise their franchise. Voting is your right as well as duty…Vote for Viksit Bharat, secure Bharat, prosperous and proud India.” On RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav’s 300 plus seats for INDIA Alliance remark, he says, “What he is saying is strange. He dropped out of the government while saying these things…Election results are not very far. It is a matter of a few days. Everything will be clear…”
Uttar Pradesh ADG Law & Order, Amitabh Yash says, “Voting is our national party. We should certainly cast our vote…”
People in Poonch cast ‘home vote’ for the first time for the fifth phase.
Actor Randeep Hooda shows the indelible ink mark on his finger after casting his vote at a polling booth in Mumbai.
Randeep Hooda says, “In a democracy, through voting you have the right to decide your future and that of your country. You must vote…Participate in this festival of democracy and vote…”
BJP leader Syed Zafar Islam cast his vote at a polling booth in Mumbai for the fifth phase
He says, “The biggest festival of democracy is being celebrated today…I think the BJP candidate will win with a thumping majority. I request everyone to step out of their houses and vote…”
Former Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray along with his son Aaditya Thackeray arrives at a polling booth in Mumbai to cast vote.
Rashmi Thackeray, wife of former Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray, shows the indelible ink mark on her finger after casting her vote at a polling booth in Mumbai.
After casting his vote for LokSabhaElections2024, Singer Kailash Kher says, “…I want to say that India is changing and you (people) are responsible for this. I want you to keep working in the national interest.”
MNS Chief Raj Thackeray arrives at a polling booth in Mumbai to cast his vote.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses a public gathering in Dhenkanal, Odisha.
Veteran actor Dharmendra casts his vote at a polling booth in Mumbai.
Actress and MP Hema Malini, her daughter and actress Esha Deol cast their votes at a polling booth in Mumbai.
RBI deputy governor Michael Patra casts his vote at a polling booth in Mumbai.
Long queues of voters at a polling booth in Handwara, as they await their turn to cast a vote. Voting is being held for Baramulla Parliamentary constituency today. The constituency sees a contest among NC’s Omar Abdullah, PDP’s Mir Mohammad Fayaz and JKPC’s Sajad Lone.
Actor Rahul Bose cast his vote at a polling booth in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
After casting his vote, Hanuman Garhi temple priest Mahant Raju Das says, “I have cast my vote. I appeal to every voter to come out and vote for the development of India, to establish the country on the global stage and to strengthen the hands of PM Modi, ‘ab ki baar 400 paar, fir ek baar Modi sarkaar’…”
Actor and Shiv Sena leader Govinda arrives at a polling booth in Mumbai to cast his vote for the fifth phase.
“Please come out of your house and vote, ” says actor and Shiv Sena leader Govinda after casting his vote.
Actor Suniel Shetty arrives at a polling booth in Mumbai to cast his vote for the fifth phase.
Maharashtra: Ira Khan and Junaid Khan – children of actor Aamir Khan – cast their votes at a polling booth in Mumbai.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh leaves for polling booth in Lucknow to cast his vote.
He is a sitting MP and BJP’s candidate from Lucknow Lok Sabha constituency.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh arrives at a polling booth in Lucknow to cast his vote.
He is a sitting MP and BJP candidate from Lucknow Lok Sabha constituency. Samajwadi Party has fielded Ravidas Mehrotra from this seat.
Defence Minister and BJP candidate from Lucknow Lok Sabha seat, Rajnath Singh casts his vote for LokSabhaElections2024 at a polling booth in Lucknow
Samajwadi Party has fielded Ravidas Mehrotra from this seat.
Defence Minister and BJP candidate from Lucknow Lok Sabha seat, Rajnath Singh shows his inked finger after casting his vote
Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde casts his vote at a polling booth in Thane.
Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde says “All the important decisions have been taken by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the last 10 years. So I am confident that the people of Maharashtra are going to vote for Mahayuti.”
After casting his vote for the fifth phase of #LokSabhaElections2024 Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde says “The right to vote is a very sacred and valuable right. Your one vote will develop the country, take the country towards becoming a superpower, becoming self-reliant. Everyone should come out and cast their votes. People want Modi ji to become the Prime Minister again…”
After casting her vote for LokSabhaElections2024, BJP leader Shaina NC says, “The message to Mumbaikars is think, vote. Because only if you vote can you criticize the system. Only if you vote can you question and for Mumbai as the financial capital I think it’s extremely imperative that we have the right representatives in parliament. You have seen the kind of work that Prime Minister Modi has done and his vision for a Viksit Bharat is a reality. This is probably the first time that in Mumbai we see no anti-incumbency, we only see a pro-incumbency and that’s because of the Modi magic.”
After casting his vote at a polling station in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh DGP Prashant Kumar says “I appeal to everyone to cast their votes and select their representatives responsibly. Polling is underway peacefully in the 14 Lok Sabha constituencies, in 21 districts…”
Actor Anita Raj shows the indelible ink mark on her finger after casting her vote at a polling booth in Mumbai.
Anita Raj says, “We are all responsible citizens of this country…I have come to know that the voter turnout is low. Don’t be lazy. Step out and vote, it is very important…”
10.37% voter turnout recorded till 9 am in the Assembly by-election to Gandey constituency in Jharkhand. 10.88% voter turnout recorded till 9 am in the Assembly by-election to Lucknow East constituency in Uttar Pradesh.
10.28% voter turnout recorded till 9 am, in the fifth phase of elections. Bihar 8.86% Jammu & Kashmir 7.63% Jharkhand 11.68% Ladakh 10.51% Maharashtra 6.33% Odisha 6.87% West Bengal 15.35%
Uttar Pradesh | BJP MLA Aditi Singh shows the indelible ink mark on her finger after casting her vote at a polling booth in Raebareli.
Polling being held on the lone seat of Ladakh today, in the fifth phase of LokSabhaElections2024. It see a contest between Congress’ Tsering Namgyal and BJP’s Tashi Gyalson.
Visuals from a polling station in Baroo, Kargil as people cast their vote.
BJP MP and candidate from Amethi Lok Sabha seat, Smriti Irani arrives at a polling station in Amethi to cast her vote for LokSabhaElections2024
Congress has fielded KL Sharma from this seat.
After casting her vote, BJP MP and candidate from Amethi Lok Sabha seat, Smriti Irani says, “Today it is my good fortune that I have cast my vote in my village Gauriganj with the resolve of a Viksit Bharat. I appeal to the people to cast their vote. It is our responsibility towards the future of our country…”
Bollywood actor Paresh Rawal shows the indelible ink mark on his finger after casting his vote at a polling booth in Mumbai.
Bollywood actor Paresh Rawal says, “…There should be some provisions for those who don’t vote, like an increase in tax or some other punishment.”
BJP MP Brij Bhushan Singh casts his vote at a polling station in Kaiserganj. His son Karan Bhushan Sharan Singh is a BJP candidate from Kaiserganj.
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP and candidate from South Mumbai, Arvind Sawant casts his vote for the LokSabhaElections2024
Shiv Sena has fielded Yamini Jadhav, from South Mumbai Lok Sabha seat.
Polling being held on the lone seat of Ladakh today, in the fifth phase of LokSabhaElections2024. It see a contest between Congress’ Tsering Namgyal and BJP’s Tashi Gyalson.
DM and Returning Officer, Santosh Sukhadeve says, “…Voting began peacefully…I visited 8-10 polling stations so far…Voters are participating in the voting process. I appeal to people cast their votes. Voting is going on well at all locations. We received complaints of a few minor glitches at a few locations. It was immediately resolved. We have not received any report of any replacement.”
Congress candidate from Mumbai North Central Lok Sabha seat, Varsha Gaikwad casts her vote at a polling station in Mumbai. BJP has fielded Ujjwal Nikam from the Mumbai North Central Lok Sabha seat.
Independent candidate from Nashik, Shantigiri Maharaj puts garland over the voting machine after casting his vote at a polling booth in the constituency.
Hockey India president and BJD candidate from Sundargarh Lok Sabha seat, Dilip Tirkey casts his vote at a polling booth in Sundargarh BJP has fielded its sitting MP Jual Oram from this seat while Congress has fielded Janardan Dehury.
Hockey India president and BJD candidate from Sundargarh Lok Sabha seat, Dilip Tirkey says, “I appeal to the people of Sundergarh to come out and cast their vote. It is a festival of democracy and they should participate in it… Seeing the enthusiasm among the people, I can say that the voting percentage will increase here…”
JKNC’s vice president Omar Abdullah says “I hope that people will use their votes. The biggest power in a democracy is the people’s voice, people’s votes. I appeal to the people of Baramulla to come out and cast their votes…I have always been saying that making claims like a huge number of tourists are coming and there is normalcy is not good. By this, we are putting tourists’ lives in danger. If protection cannot be provided to the tourists, we should refrain from making such claims….”
Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak, his family members show their inked fingers after casting their vote for LokSabhaElections2024 at a polling booth in Lucknow.
After casting his vote, Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak says, “I appeal to all the voters to come and out for the resolve of Viksit Bharat. We are winning all 80 seats of the state including Amethi and Raebareli…”
Long queues of voters at a polling booth in Ichgam, Budgam as they await their turn to cast their vote. Voting is being held for Baramulla Parliamentary constituency today. The constituency sees a contest among NC’s Omar Abdullah, PDP’s Mir Mohammad Fayaz and JKPC’s Sajad Lone.
Veteran Actress Shobha Khote casts her vote at a polling station in Mumbai for LokSabhaElections2024
She says, “I have voted for the right candidate. I did not opt for home-voting and voted here so that people get inspired and come out and vote…”
BMC Commissioner Bhushan Gagrani shows the indelible ink mark on his finger after casting his vote at a polling booth in Mumbai.
Bollywood Actress Janhvi Kapoor casts her vote at a polling station in Mumbai.
Actor Sanya Malhotra shows the indelible ink mark on her finger after casting her vote at a polling booth in Mumbai.
Actor Rajkummar Rao shows his inked finger after casting his vote at a polling station in Mumbai.
After casting his vote, Actor Rajkummar Rao says, “It is a big responsibility towards our country, we should vote. Through us, if people can get influenced then of course that’s the biggest thing that we can do to make people aware of the importance of voting. So I’m very happy that the Election Commission chose me to be the national icon and I appeal to all to please come out and cast your vote… We all want our nation to grow, to shine. It’s already shining. I’m sure it’s going to shine even more…”
Prime Minister Narendra Modi conducts a roadshow in Puri, Odisha. Party’s candidate from Puri Lok Sabha seat, Sambit Patra is with him.
RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das arrives at a polling station in Mumbai to cast his vote.
After casting his vote, RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das says, “It’s a very proud moment for every Indian. It’s a moment of pride to participate in an election of 140 crore people. The process of voting today was very smooth and I would like to congratulate the Election Commission of India and all the officials who have been working throughout the country. It’s really a moment of pride for every indian to vote in these elections. I appeal to every voter to come out and vote…”
BJP’s Raebareli candidate, Dinesh Pratap Singh casts his vote at a polling booth in Raebareli. Congress has fielded Rahul Gandhi from the Raebareli seat.
Mumbai BJP president Ashish Shelar casts his vote.
Mumbai BJP president Ashish Shelar says, “I appeal to the voters to participate in this festival of democracy that comes after every five years. ECI has made good arrangements and people should follow ECI’s guidelines… I have seen enthusiasm in people for the BJP, especially in the roadshow of PM Modi. Mahayuti will win all the six seats (in Mumbai)…”
Union Minister Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti casts her vote at a polling station in Hamirpur.
Union Minister Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti says, “Voting is important in a democracy. This is a national festival and people have the right to choose their representative. I appeal to people to come out and vote for the development of the nation and also for the conservation of the spiritual and religious heritage of the country…’Jo Ram ko laaye hain. hum unko laayenge’.”
Visuals from the residence of BJP candidate from Mumbai North Central Lok Sabha seat, Ujjwal Nikam. Congress has fielded Varsha Gaikwad from the Mumbai North Central Lok Sabha seat.
BJP candidate from Mumbai North Central Lok Sabha seat, Ujjwal Nikam says, “First I will go to a temple and then cast my vote and after that, I will visit polling stations in my constituency. Voting is a festival in a democracy and I hope all Mumbaikars will exercise their right to vote…”
BJP MP and candidate from Hooghly, Locket Chatterjee says, “Everything is going on fine…There were threats at 2-3 places…EVM machines are not working at a few locations but work is going on those…I am here at Dhaniakhali and the situation is good…Voting is being done against corruption…We hope that the EC will have a free & fair election here…” TMC has fielded Rachna Banerjee here while CPI(M) has fielded Manadip Ghosh.
Union Minister and BJP candidate from Mumbai North Lok Sabha seat, Piyush Goyal casts his vote at a polling station in Mumbai.
Union Minister and BJP candidate from Mumbai North Lok Sabha seat, Piyush Goyal shows his inked finger after casting his vote at a polling station in Mumbai.
After casting his vote, Union Minister and BJP candidate from Mumbai North Lok Sabha seat, Piyush Goyal says “The fifth phase of polling is underway in Mumbai and the rest of the country. Just like PM Modi said everyone should take part in the festival of democracy…I believe that the people of Mumbai will come out in large numbers and exercise their right to vote…”
After casting his vote, sitting MP from Ayodhya and BJP candidate from the constituency, Lallu Singh says, “People are voting for Viksit Bharat, Viksit Ayodhya and to make PM Modi the PM for the third time…”
Actor Farhan Akhtar and Director Zoya Akhtar show their inked fingers after casting their votes at a polling station in Mumbai.
Howrah BJP Candidate Rathin Chakraborty casts his vote for LokSabhaElections2024 at a polling station in Howrah.
TMC has fielded its sitting MP Prasun Banerjee from this seat.
Former Uttar Pradesh CM and BSP chief Mayawati shows her inked finger after casting her vote forLokSabhaElections2024 at a polling station in Lucknow.
BSP chief Mayawati says “I appeal to everyone to come out and cast their votes…I request all political parties to prioritise the issues of development and the welfare of the people. Whether it is the BJP or Congress, all the parties say that they are forming the Govt but everything will be clear when the results are announced…”
Actor Akshay Kumar arrives at a polling booth in Mumbai to cast his vote for the fifth phase.
Actor Akshay Kumar shows the indelible ink mark on his finger after casting his vote at a polling booth in Mumbai. He says, “...I want my India to be developed and strong. I voted keeping that in mind. India should vote for what they deem is right…I think voter turnout will be good…”
Congress candidate from Amethi Lok Sabha, KL Sharma says, “… Whatever is there in mind of the people, they will vote according to it… When people start fighting, then you cannot mislead people by making false promises… They need to talk about inflation, unemployment, and infrastructure… We have fought the election positively… The other day Rahul Gandhi assured me of a result similar to that of Raebareli and that gave me confidence.”
Shiv Sena candidate from South Mumbai, Yamini Jadhav says, “I would like to give a message to everyone that your vote should go to someone who works and does development. The Constitution has provided you the right to vote and exercise your franchise…” She faces contest from Shiv Sena (UBT) MP and candidate Arvind Sawant.
Shiv Sena candidate from South Mumbai, Yamini Jadhav shows the indelible ink mark on her finger after casting her vote. She faces a contest from Shiv Sena (UBT) MP and candidate Arvind Sawant.
Industrialist Anil Ambani stands in a queue at a polling booth in Mumbai, as he waits for the voting to begin.
Industrialist Anil Ambani casts his vote at a polling booth in Mumbai, for the fifth phase.
Women queue up in large numbers at a polling booth in Muzaffarpur as they wait for voting to begin.
Preparations going on at a special polling station set up for Kashmiri migrants in Jagti, Baramulla constituency.
Voting for the fifth phase of Lok Sabha election 2024 to be held in 49 constituencies across the country today. Visuals from a polling booth in Amethi, UP. BJP MP and sitting candidate Smriti Irani & Congress’ KL Sharma face each other here in the constituency.
Mock polling underway at a polling booth – set up in Mumbai Public School – in Dadar for the fifth phase.
Final preparations and mock polling underway at a polling booth in Sreerampur Lok Sabha constituency. TMC’s Kalyan Banerjee, BJP’s Kabir Shankar Bose and CPI(M)’s Dipsita Dhar are contesting here..
Mock polling underway at a polling booth in Leh. Polling will be held on the lone seat of Ladakh today, as part of phase 5.
PM Narendra Modi tweets, “As 49 seats across 8 states and UTs go to the polls today in the 5th phase of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, urging all those whose constituencies are polling today to vote in record numbers…”
Uttar Pradesh: Mock polling underway at a polling booth in Lucknow. Polling will be held on 14 seats of Uttar Pradesh today, as part of phase 5.
Mock poll underway at a polling booth in Patnagarh Assembly Constituency under Balangir Lok Sabha Constituency. BJP’s candidate Sangeeta Kumari Singh Deo, Congress’ Manoj Mishra and BJD’s Surendra Singh Bhoi are contesting Lok Sabha elections from the constituency. Simultaneous polling will be held in 35 Assembly constituencies in Odisha.
Uttar Pradesh: Mock polling underway at a polling booth in the Raebareli Lok Sabha constituency. Polling will be held on 14 seats of Uttar Pradesh today, as part of phase 5.
Voting for the fifth phase of LokSabhaElections will begin at 7 am.
Mock polling begins at a polling booth in the Chhapra in the Saran Lok Sabha constituency. Polling will be held on 5 seats of Bihar today, as part of phase 5.
Mock polling begins at a polling booth in the Rourkela Assembly constituency in the Sundargarh Lok Sabha seat. Polling will be held on 5 seats of Odisha today, as part of phase 5.
Mock polling begins at a polling booth in Hajipur Lok Sabha seat. Polling will be held on 5 seats of Bihar today, as part of phase 5.
Poll preparations begin at a polling booth in Rourkela for the fifth phase of Lok Sabha elections to be held today. Polling will be held on 5 Lok Sabha and 35 assembly seats in the second round of simultaneous elections in Odisha.
Poll preparations begin at a polling booth in Hajipur for the fifth phase of Lok Sabha elections to be held today. Polling will be held on 5 seats of Bihar today, as part of phase 5.
West Bengal: Poll preparations begin at a polling booth in Howrah for the fifth phase of Lok Sabha elections to be held today. Polling will be held on 7 seats of West Bengal today, as part of phase 5
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