The third phase of the Lok Sabha elections was held in India. The event was a historic one, as the world awaits to know whether PM Narendra Modi will become the leader of the nation once again or not. The polls were organized across 11 states and Union Territories. The total voter turnout recorded until the end of the day was approximately 64.40%.

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3rd Phase Of 2024 Lok Sabha Elections Begins!

In Lok Sabha Elections 2024, the voting process started in all 11 states and union territories. People headed to polling booths in order to make their choices. There is high competition since there are 93 Lok Sabha seats available and 1331 individuals competing for them this year alone in the third phase, according to ECI.

Amidst a long queue of citizens waiting to cast their votes, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah took the lead in the voting process, highlighting the need for active involvement in elections. The call for an unprecedented voter turnout was met with an enthusiastic response from the public as citizens lined up to vote.

At the end of the third phase, the fate of 283 Lok Sabha seats will have been sealed, which is a significant development given that elections will end for more than half of the 543 seats. With a 39.92% turnout as of 1 pm, the voters seemed excited because majority leader West Bengal had recorded the highest percentage of votes cast at 49.36%.

Voting in Gujarat, Goa, Dadra, Nagar Haveli, Daman, and Diu, as well as all 28 seats in Karnataka and 11 seats in Chhattisgarh, concluded at this phase. The electorate was waiting to hear from key candidates like Mr. Amit Shah, who is the Union Home Minister, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Jyotiraditya Scindia, and Dimple Yadav.

The political environment was made more exciting by notable face-offs like Supriya Sule fighting Sunetra Pawar for the Baramati seat in Maharashtra. The capacity of Union Ministers Mansukh Mandaviya, Parshottam Rupala, and Pralhad Joshi to attract public opinion was also tested in the standoff. 

The voting process in the third phase was smooth since the number of eligible voters stood at 17.24 crore while COVID-19 stringent protocols were observed and this was as a result of having deployed over 18.5 lakh poll officials in 1.85 lakh polling stations. The diversity of voters, including over 14.04 lakh registered voters aged 85 and above, showcased the democratic spirit of the nation.

The BJP-led NDA is targeting a historic victory during the seven-phase voting process, while the other side, under the leadership of the Congress-led INDIA bloc, is out for a contest. The situation in India’s political landscape still hangs in the balance, as the people’s wishes will be heard on June 4.

Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Will Modi Be Able To Be The PM Again?

The question on everyone’s mind as India moves through the phases of the 2024 Lok Sabha Elections is whether Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be able to secure his third term as the country’s leader.

Throughout his tenure, Modi, a prominent figure in Indian politics, has drawn both praise and criticism. Ambitious economic reforms, bold diplomatic moves, and initiatives to update India’s infrastructure have all been hallmarks of his leadership. But there has also been criticism of issues like social unrest, economic downturns, and the way the COVID-19 pandemic was handled.

To show their faith in Modi’s leadership, the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) has set an audacious goal of gaining 400 seats. But the Congress-led opposition, operating under the INDIA bloc’s banner, presents a serious threat as they seem to be gaining a lot of popularity this time in the elections.

To Summarise

The 3rd phase of the Lok Sabha Elections was held on May 7 across 11 states in India. The electoral process went smoothly and there was no major poll violence outbreak in all the states and UTs. The polling took place for 93 Lok Sabha seats, with 1331 candidates competing to gain a majority in them. It’ll be interesting to see the results, as the INDIA alliance also seems to be strong this time. 

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