New Delhi - The Election Commission of India (ECI) announced on Monday the dates for assembly elections in five states: Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Mizoram, Rajasthan, and Telangana.

The elections in Mizoram to vote on Nov. 7; Madhya Pradesh on Nov. 17; Chhattisgarh on Nov. 7 and 17 in two phases; Rajasthan on Nov. 23; and Telangana on Nov. 30; counting of votes to be held on December 3 for all five States.

The results of all five elections will be announced on December 3.

The ECI also announced that the model code of conduct has come into effect in all five states. This means that all political parties and candidates are prohibited from engaging in activities that could influence the outcome of the elections.

The ECI has also taken steps to ensure that the elections are conducted fairly and smoothly. These measures include the deployment of additional security forces, the establishment of 940 check posts, and the requirement for parties and candidates to submit detailed financial reports.

The five state elections are seen as a major test for the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). The BJP is currently in power in four of the five states, and it is hoping to retain control of all five.

The opposition Congress Party is also hoping to make gains in the elections. The Congress is currently in power in Chhattisgarh, and it is hoping to win back control of Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan.

The elections will be closely watched by political observers and analysts. The results of the elections could have a significant impact on the 2024 general election.

Key Facts

The elections will be held in two phases in Chhattisgarh, with the first phase on November 7 and the second phase on November 17.

The elections in Mizoram to vote on Nov. 7; Madhya Pradesh on Nov. 17; Chhattisgarh on Nov. 7 and 17 in two phases; Rajasthan on Nov. 23; and Telangana on Nov. 30; counting of votes to be held on December 3 for all five States.

The results of all five elections will be announced on December 3.

The model code of conduct has come into effect in all five states.

The ECI has deployed additional security forces, established 940 check posts, and required parties and candidates to submit detailed financial reports.

The BJP is currently in power in four of the five states, and it is hoping to retain control of all five.

The Congress Party is also hoping to make gains in the elections