After a series of meetings with health officials, the Election Commission of India on Saturday announced the timetable for parliamentary elections to be held in Goa, Punjab, Manipur, Uttarakhand and Uttar Pradesh on Saturday. Of the 5 states polled, the BJP is in power in 4 states including Goa, Manipur, Uttarakhand and Uttar Pradesh. While the term of the current Uttar Pradesh assembly will end in May, the terms of the other four assemblies will end on different dates in March.

These dates will mark a huge change in UP: Akhilesh

“People in Uttar Pradesh are set to bid farewell to the BJP government. These dates will mark a huge change in the state. Rules will be followed by Samajwadi Party, but the Election Commission should make sure the ruling party follows these guidelines,” Akhilesh Yadav said.

Congress always abides by code of conduct: Harish Rawat 

Congress leader Harish Rawat said the party always abides by the code of conduct and the guidelines set by the Election commission. “We welcome the announcement of election dates for Uttarakhand,” Harish Rawat said.

Fully prepared, says Punjab BJP in-charge

Union minister and Punjab BJP in-charge Gajendra S Shekhawat said the BJP is fully prepated for the polls. “I’d like to appeal to the Election Commission, as well as the Punjab DGP, to ensure a free & fair election, as per EC’s guidelines,” he said.

Important dates for the election in 5 states

Full schedule of assembly election in 5 states. 

A complete schedule of the 7-phase election to be held in five states.

Complete News Source : Hindustan Times