The Election Commission of India (ECI) has announced the schedule for upcoming bye-elections to eight Assembly constituencies across Jammu and Kashmir, Rajasthan, Jharkhand, Telangana, Punjab, Mizoram, and Odisha. These elections will fill vacancies caused by resignation, death, or disqualification of sitting MLAs.
Key Constituencies and Reasons for Vacancy
Jammu and Kashmir: 27-Budgam (resignation of Omar Abdullah), 77-Nagrota (demise of Devender Singh Rana).
Rajasthan: 193-Anta (disqualification of Kanwarlal).
Jharkhand: 45-Ghatsila ST (demise of Ramdas Soren).
Telangana: 61-Jubilee Hills (demise of Maganti Gopinath).
Punjab: 21-Tarn Taran (demise of Dr. Kashmir Singh Sohal).
Mizoram: 2-Dampa ST (demise of Lalrintluanga Saila).
Odisha: 71-Nuapada (demise of Rajendra Dholakia).
Schedule of Bye-Elections
The elections will be conducted as per the following schedule:
| Event | Jammu & Kashmir, Odisha | Jharkhand, Mizoram, Punjab, Telangana | Rajasthan |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gazette Notification | 13 Oct 2025 (Mon) | 13 Oct 2025 (Mon) | 13 Oct 2025 (Mon) |
| Last date for nominations | 20 Oct 2025 (Mon) | 21 Oct 2025 (Tue) | 21 Oct 2025 (Tue) |
| Scrutiny of nominations | 22 Oct 2025 (Wed) | 22 Oct 2025 (Wed) | 23 Oct 2025 (Thu) |
| Withdrawal of candidatures | 24 Oct 2025 (Fri) | 24 Oct 2025 (Fri) | 27 Oct 2025 (Mon) |
| Date of Poll | 11 Nov 2025 (Tue) | 11 Nov 2025 (Tue) | 11 Nov 2025 (Tue) |
| Counting of Votes | 14 Nov 2025 (Fri) | 14 Nov 2025 (Fri) | 14 Nov 2025 (Fri) |
| Date before which election completes | 16 Nov 2025 (Sun) | 16 Nov 2025 (Sun) | 16 Nov 2025 (Sun) |
Electoral Roll and Voting Process
The ECI has emphasized updating and maintaining pure electoral rolls, citing amendments in electoral roll procedures. Special summary revisions have been completed for all constituencies with specific qualifying dates, ensuring eligible citizens can enroll up to ten days before the last nomination date. Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) and Voter Verified Paper Audit Trails (VVPATs) will be used at all polling stations. Voter identification can be done using EPIC or 12 alternate government-issued documents.
Model Code of Conduct and Transparency
The Model Code of Conduct is effective immediately in affected districts. Candidates with criminal antecedents and parties nominating them must declare such details in newspapers, television channels, official social media, and party websites, complying with Supreme Court guidelines. Details are also accessible through the ‘Know Your Candidates’ App. Further, candidates who have occupied government accommodation must obtain a "No Dues Certificate" from relevant departments before nomination.
This comprehensive announcement signals the ECI’s commitment to transparency, voter empowerment, and the smooth conduct of democratic processes for the upcoming bye-elections
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