Shaping India’s Future: Lok Sabha Election 2024: Election Date Key Candidates: National Capital to Vote on May 25th

Phase 6 of Lok Sabha Election

Phase 6 of Lok Sabha Election 2024

Indian Lok Sabha election 2024 now has reached its end stage as we move into the sixth phase of the election 2024. In the penultimate phase of general election 8 states and UT will participate including the national capital Delhi. The sixth phase of the election already spiced up with the release of Delhi CM and AAP supremo, Arvind Kejriwal who is accused in money laundering and liquor scam. He is out on bail to campaign for the election on an interim bail which will end on June 2nd. The mercury is rising across the country, not only due to extreme weather conditions but also because of the intensifying political battle. 

The phase 6 will see some star candidates battle it out for their political career. Naveen Jindal who is entering the election as the richest candidate will fight for Kurukshetra Lok Sabha seat. Popular Bhojpuri artists Manoj Tiwari, Bansuri Swaraj, Raj Babbar and Deepender Singh Hooda added their star power to the phase 6 election. Some of the hot seats where there is going to be a tough fight are Cuttack Santrupt Misra, a former corporator who is going up against the sitting MP Bhartruhari Mahtab, New Delhi; where daughter of former union minister Late Smt. Sushama Swaraj, Bansuri Swaraj will challenge AAP candidate Somnath Bharti.

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Key Candidates Contesting In Phase 6 of Lok Sabha Election

Raj Babbar & Rao Inderjit Singh: Union minister, BJP candidate and current MP of Gurugram will seek reelection from his seat he will be challenged by former bollywood actor turned politician Raj Babbar. Raj Babbar will contest for this seat as a congress candidate.

Naveen Jindal: Industrialist Naveen Jindal who is also the richest candidate in the Lok Sabha Election phase 6 will contest from Kurukshetra, according to the ADR report Jindal has declared an asset worth RS. 1241 crore making him the richest candidate of the phase 6 election he will be challenged by AAP candidate Sushil Gupta.

Santrupt Misra: Santrupt Misra who is the second richest candidate in Lok Sabha election phase 6 is contesting from Cuttack Lok Sabha seat, his declared assets worth 482 cr. he is former director of Human Resource at Aditya Birla Group he will challenge the sitting MP and BJP candidate Bhartruhari Mahtab who was in his last term was associated with BJD.

Banto Kataria: Banto Kataria of BJP will contest from Ambala Lok Sabha seat and he will be challenged by congress candidate Varun Chaudhry in past two Lok Sabha elections BJP was able to hold on to Ambala seat.

Harsh Malhotra: Harsh Malhotra of BJP will try to retain the seat for BJP in East Delhi a Lok Sabha seat which was formerly held by Ex Cricketer Gautam Gambhir, he will be up against Kuldeep Kumar of Aam Aadmi Party.

J.P. Aggarwal: JP Aggarwal of Congress will contest from Chandni Chowk Seat of Delhi; he will be challenged by Praveen Khandelwal of BJP who is an emerging politician from Bhartiya Janta Party.

Manoj Tiwari: Popular Bhoj Puri singer, artist turned politician Manoj Tiwari will go up against Kanhaiya Kumar of Congress who was in controversy since JNU days for his controversial statements and slogans. Both these candidates will contest from North East Delhi Lok Sabha seat.

Bansuri Swaraj: BJP Candidate and the daughter of popular politician Late Smt Sushama Swaraj will be contesting from  New Delhi Lok Sabha seat she will be up against Somnath Bharti of AAP who is a three-time Delhi MLA.

Ramvir Singh Bidhuri: BJP Candidate and sitting MP Ramvir Singh Bidhuri will contest from the posh South Delhi Lok Sabha Seat, he will be up against the AAP candidate Sahiraram Pehelwan.

Deepender Singh Hooda: Deepender Singh Hooda Son of Ex Harayan CM Bhupinder Singh Hooda will contest from Rohtak Lok Sabha Seat and he will be challenging the sitting MP  Dr. Arvind Kumar Sharma of BJP.

Neeraj Tripathi: Neeraj Tripathi of BJP will contest from Lok Sabha Seat of Allahabad he will be up against the Congress Candidate Ujjwal Raman Singh  and BSP Candidate Ramesh Kumar Patel.

Shri Dinesh Lal Yadav ‘nirahua’: Bhojpuri artist Dinesh Lal Yadav popularly known as Nirahua will contest from Azamgarh Lok Sabha Seat as a BJP candidate he will be challenged by Dharmendra Yadav of SP.

Richest Candidate in Phase 6 of Election: Industrial Navin Jindal who was formerly associated with congress and currently with BJP is the richest candidate in phase 6 of the election. According to the ADR report there 39% of the candidates participating in phase 6 of the LS poll are crorepati with an average asset worth of 6.8cr.

Name of CandidatePartyAssets Declared
Navin JindalBJP1241 Cr
Santrupt MisraBJD482 Cr
Sushil GuptaAAP169 Cr

One of the candidates with the lowest declared assets is Master Randhir Singh, an independent candidate from Rohtak, who reported assets worth just Rs 2. Following him is Ram Kumar Yadav from SUCI(C) in Pratapgarh, who declared assets amounting to Rs. 1,686.

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Candidates with Criminal Cases:

According to the ADR survey report 180 candidates face criminal charges against them out of which 141 have serious criminal charges against them. The total number of candidates appearing in Lok Sabha election phase 6 are 889. Here is the list which shows political parties with anc percentage of candidates with criminal charges

SNPartyCandidatesCandidates with Criminal ChargesPercentage
1AAP55100%
2RJD44100%
3SP12975%
4BJP552855%
5AITC9444%
6BJD6233%
7INC25832%

There are wide range of criminal cases against these candidates from hate speech to crime against women, attempt to murder and rape.

Election Phase 6 Seats As Per State

In phase 6 the contest among the candidates will be for 58 Lok Sabha seats with Haryana and Uttar Pradesh featuring the most number of seats 10 & 14 respectively. There are 889 eligible candidates who will contest for these 58 seats on May 25th, 2024. Uttar Pradesh had received maximum nominations, followed by Haryana 470 & 370 respectively. 

This phase is crucial as it includes key battleground states that could significantly impact the overall election results. Both Haryana and Uttar Pradesh have historically played pivotal roles in shaping the political landscape of the country. 

Below is the break up of the number of seats as per the state.
SNState/UTSeats
1Bihar8
2Haryana10
3Jammu and Kashmir1
4Jharkhand1
5NCT OF Delhi7
6Odisha6
7Uttar Pradesh14
8West Bengal8

Lok Sabha Election 2024: Scheduled for Phase 6: The general election for 18th Lok Sabha will be conducted in 7 phases throughout the country and the penultimate and the sixth phase of Lok Sabha election will start on May 25th, 2024. In the phase 6 of Lok Sabha election total 889 candidates will contest from 58 constituencies across 8 states of India. In the data released by the election commission on PIB, a total of 1978 nominations were filed in the phase 6 of the election. 

State/UTConstituencyNominationValid NominationCandidates Post Withdrawal
8581978900889

Election Date 2024: Lok Sabha Election 2024 has reached towards it fag end with the conclusion of phase 5 on 20th May 2024. The people of India are voting to elect a new democratic government through general election for which the result will be out on June 4th. On March 16, 2024, the Election Commission of India announced the dates for the upcoming general elections. Currently, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is in power, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, whose government under the 17th Lok Sabha will conclude on June 16, 2024. 

The election process, spread across seven phases, is designed to ensure a smooth and organized voting experience for the electorate. Here is the complete schedule for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, detailing all seven phases.

PhasePhase IPhase IIPhase 3Phase 4Phase 5 Phase 6Phase 7
Date19 April26 April7 May13 May20 May25 May1 June

The first phase was on April 19th, 2024, followed by second phase April 26, third phase was on May 7th, 2024, phase four was on May 13th, we recently concluded phase 5 on May 20th and now we are approaching phase 6 of the election which will start on May 25th, 2024.

Conclusion: General elections are a cornerstone of any democracy, providing a vital opportunity for citizens to shape their nation’s future. It is crucial that every eligible voter participates, exercising their right to choose a democratic government. Regardless of the outcome, casting a vote is a powerful affirmation of our commitment to democratic principles. By voting, we help to form a government that reflects the will of the people and upholds the values of unity and inclusivity. As responsible citizens, let us all cast our votes and work together towards a brighter, more inclusive future for everyone.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lok Sabha Election 2024

What is the general election start date in India?

The general election started in India from April 19, 2024.

In how many phases will the general election be conducted?

The 18th Lok Sabha election will be conducted in 7 phases.

When will the sixth phase of the election start?

The sixth phase of election will start on May 25th May 2024.

How many candidates are contesting in phase 6 of the general election?

A total number of 889 candidates are contesting, the nominations were filed by 1978 candidates, after validation scrutiny and withdrawal, a total 889 eligible candidates remained.

How many states and union territories will take part in the sixth phase of Lok Sabha election 2024?

8 states and Union territories will take part in the Lok Sabha election phase 6.

For how many constituencies Lok Sabha Election 2024 will take place in phase 6?

The fourth phase of general elevation will see polling for 58 constituencies on May 25th 2024.

When will the general election end in India?

The general election will be complete on June 1st, 2024 in India.

When can we expect the results of the general election in India?

The results are expected on 4th June, 2024.

Why is the General Election important?

General elections are crucial because they determine the government that will lead the country for the next five years. This process ensures that the government represents the will of the people and adheres to democratic principles.

Who is eligible to vote?

All Indian citizens aged 18 and above are eligible to vote, provided they are registered on the electoral roll.

Can I vote if I am outside my home state on election day?

Yes, but you need to ensure you are registered to vote in your current location. Alternatively, you can apply for a postal ballot if you meet the criteria set by the Election Commission.

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