Bihar Election Preparations Underway: Election Commission and Political Leaders in Action

With the impending Bihar elections, the Election Commission is sending a team to the state today to evaluate the current election preparations, with the potential for an early announcement of election dates. Also today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch various initiatives focused on youth in Delhi, involving an investment of over Rs 62,000 crore. The Chief Election Commissioner, along with Election Commissioners, will conduct a two-day visit in Patna, starting today. The current term of the 243-member Bihar Assembly is set to expire on November 22nd. The Election Commission often conducts such state visits before election schedules are publicized. The BJP’s Jammu and Kashmir unit will meet in Jammu to discuss strategies for the four Rajya Sabha seats election on October 24th. Union Home Minister Amit Shah will commence a two-day visit to Chhattisgarh and will participate in the traditional Muria Darbar event during the Bastar Dussehra festival.