Bengal Panchayat Election 2023: Check Full Schedule


The West Bengal State Election Commission (SEC) has announced the schedule for the 2023 Panchayat elections. The elections will be held on July 8. The counting of votes will take place on July 11

The first phase of the elections will cover 294 Zilla Parishad seats, 9240 Panchayat Samiti seats, and 48751 Gram Panchayat seats. The second phase will cover 284 Zilla Parishad seats, 8981 Panchayat Samiti seats, and 47655 Gram Panchayat seats. The third and final phase will cover 276 Zilla Parishad seats, 8722 Panchayat Samiti seats, and 46559 Gram Panchayat seats.

The nomination process for the elections will begin on June 9 and will end on June 15. Last Date of Withdrawal of nominations June 20.

The SEC has made elaborate arrangements for the smooth conduct of the elections. A total of 10,000 micro-observers will be deployed to monitor the polls. The SEC has also deployed 100,000 central forces to ensure law and order during the elections.

The panchayat elections are considered to be a crucial test for the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC). The TMC has been in power in West Bengal for the past 10 years. However, the party has been facing increasing challenges from the opposition Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

The BJP is hoping to make major gains in the panchayat elections. The party has been actively campaigning in the state and has been trying to woo voters by promising development and better governance.

The Congress is also hoping to do well in the elections. The party has been out of power in West Bengal for a long time and is looking to make a comeback.

The panchayat elections are expected to be closely contested. The outcome of the elections will have a major impact on the political landscape of West Bengal.

Key Dates

  • Nomination process begins: June 9
  • Nomination process ends: June 15
  • Last Date of Withdrawal of nominations: June 20
  • Voting: July 8
  • Counting of votes: July 11

Important Instructions

  • Voters must carry their voter ID cards to the polling booth.
  • Voters must wear masks and maintain social distancing at the polling booth.
  • Voters must follow the instructions of the polling officials.

Voter ID Card

A voter ID card is a mandatory document for voting in the panchayat elections. Voters who do not have a voter ID card can apply for one at the nearest electoral registration office.

Masks and Social Distancing

Voters must wear masks and maintain social distancing at the polling booth. This is to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

Instructions of Polling Officials

Voters must follow the instructions of the polling officials. This is to ensure the smooth conduct of the elections.

The panchayat elections are an important event in the political life of West Bengal. The outcome of the elections will have a major impact on the future of the state. Voters must exercise their right to vote and choose the candidates who they believe will best represent their interests.

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