Key Points
- Election Commission announces by-election dates for five assembly seats in Gujarat, Kerala, Punjab, and West Bengal; voting on June 19, results on June 23.
- Seats include Kadi and Visavadar (Gujarat), Nilambur (Kerala), Ludhiana (Punjab), and Kaliganj (West Bengal), all vacated due to resignation or death.
- Nomination process for by-elections opens May 26, with the last date for nominations on June 2 and withdrawal deadline on June 5.
- Bihar to hold general elections in six municipal bodies and by-elections in 51 municipal bodies; voting on June 28, counting on June 30.
- Model code of conduct now in effect in relevant municipal areas of Bihar.
New Delhi: The Election Commission of India has officially announced the schedule for by-elections to five assembly constituencies across Gujarat, Kerala, Punjab, and West Bengal. These by-elections, necessitated by resignations or the passing of sitting MLAs, will see voters head to the polls on June 19, 2025. Counting of votes is slated for June 23, and the entire election process will conclude before June 25.
Constituencies Going to Polls
The five assembly seats up for by-elections are:
- Gujarat: Kadi and Visavadar
- Kerala: Nilambur
- Punjab: Ludhiana
- West Bengal: Kaliganj
These seats have become vacant due to either the resignation or death of their previous representatives, prompting the need for fresh mandates.
Key Election Dates and Process
- Notification Issued: May 26, 2025
- Last Date for Nominations: June 2, 2025
- Scrutiny of Nominations: June 3, 2025
- Withdrawal of Candidature: June 5, 2025
- Voting Day: June 19, 2025
- Counting of Votes: June 23, 2025
- Completion of Election Process: By June 25, 2025
The Election Commission has urged all stakeholders to adhere strictly to the election schedule and guidelines to ensure smooth conduct of the polls.
Bihar Municipal Elections: Major Voting on June 28
In a parallel development, the State Election Commission in Bihar has announced general elections for six municipal bodies and by-elections for 51 municipal bodies. Voting will take place on June 28, 2025, from 7 am to 5 pm, with counting scheduled to begin at 8 am on June 30.
Bihar Municipal Election Timeline
- Model Code of Conduct Effective: May 25, 2025
- Notification Released: May 28, 2025
- Last Date for Nominations: June 5, 2025
- Scrutiny of Nominations: June 6–9, 2025
- Withdrawal of Nominations: June 10–12, 2025
- Election Symbols Allotted: June 13, 2025
- Voting: June 28, 2025 (7 am to 5 pm)
- Counting: June 30, 2025 (from 8 am)
With the model code of conduct now in force, all candidates and political parties are required to comply with electoral norms in the designated municipal areas.
