The Election Commission of India (ECI) has announced that the third phase of the 2024 Lok Sabha Elections will take place on May 7. This phase will encompass 89 constituencies spread across various parts of the country, including 11 constituencies in Maharashtra. The ECI has taken the decision to close schools and colleges in these constituencies on election day as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of students and staff. The third phase of the 2024 Lok Sabha Elections will witness polling in 94 Lok Sabha constituencies across 12 states and union territories. In Maharashtra, the 11 constituencies that will go to polls in the third phase are Baramati, Raigad, Osmanabad, Latur (SC), Solapur (SC), Madha, Sangli, Satara, Ratnagiri-Sindhudurg, Kolhapur, and Hatkanangle. The closure of schools and colleges in these constituencies on May 7 is intended to minimize disruptions during the voting process and facilitate smoother movement for election officials and voters. This measure is expected to encourage wider participation in the election and ensure the safety of all involved. The ECI has emphasized the importance of adhering to safety protocols during the election process. The closure of schools and colleges in the affected constituencies is one such measure aimed at ensuring a safe and orderly conduct of the elections.
Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Phase 3 to Commence on May 7, Schools and Colleges to Remain Closed in Maharashtra Constituencies
