Delhi Poised for Lok Sabha Polls on May 25
Delhi will exercise its democratic right on Saturday, May 25, in the sixth phase of the ongoing Lok Sabha elections. The Congress party has joined forces with the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) under the INDIA bloc to challenge the incumbent Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). All seven constituencies in the national capital will cast their votes simultaneously in this penultimate phase.
Restrictions for Polling Day
To ensure a fair and orderly voting process, several restrictions have been imposed by state authorities. These measures include a 48-hour ban on liquor sales, with all liquor stores and licensed premises in Delhi and neighboring areas remaining closed from May 23, 6:00 pm, to May 25, 6:00 pm. Additionally, liquor sale will be prohibited on the day of the Lok Sabha election results, June 4.
In response to the prevailing heatwave conditions, schools in Delhi have been closed, prompting the Delhi government to direct all private schools to commence summer vacations immediately. Banks will also remain closed on May 25, coinciding with the fourth Saturday of the month.
Public Transportation Arrangements
To facilitate convenient movement to and from polling stations, the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) will commence metro train services on all lines at 4:00 am on May 25. Initially, trains will run at 30-minute intervals until 6:00 am, after which regular schedules will resume. The Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) will provide additional bus services on 35 routes starting at 4:00 am, while the Delhi Integrated Multi-Modal Transit System Ltd. (DIMTS) will operate on 46 routes.
Traffic Advisory
The Delhi Traffic Police has yet to issue a specific traffic advisory for polling day, but restrictions were in place on May 24. Citizens are advised to stay informed and follow official traffic advisories to avoid any inconvenience.
