Jaipur — The Rajasthan State Election Commission has revised the itinerary for the forthcoming Panchayat elections, shifting only the dates on which election teams travel to their respective constituencies. The amendment, intended to respect the Dhanteras festival and ease voter logistics, leaves the actual voting days untouched.
Phase One
Election personnel assigned to Zila Parishad and Panchayat Samiti contests will now set out on 21 October, with voting scheduled for 22 October.
Nomination drives for Panch and Sarpanch posts are slated for 23 October, followed by polling on 24 October. The Up‑Sarpanch election will take place on 25 October.
Phase Two
For the second tranche, teams will depart on 27 October and conduct Zila Parishad and Panchayat Samiti elections on 28 October.
Nomination for Panch and Sarpanch positions is set for 29 October, with the ballot on 30 October. The Up‑Sarpanch contest follows on 31 October.
Phase Three
The third‑phase departure has been moved forward to 2 November, and voting for Zila Parishad and Panchayat Samiti members will occur on 3 November.
Nomination for Panch and Sarpanch seats is scheduled for 4 November, polling on 5 November, and the Up‑Sarpanch election on 6 November.
Polling Dates Remain Unchanged
The commission stressed that the dates on which citizens cast their votes have not been altered; only the movement timetable of election teams has been adjusted.
This change prevents any election activity on Dhanteras, a major Hindu festival, ensuring that both voters and officials can observe the celebrations without disruption.
With the updated schedule, the electoral process will continue on the previously announced polling dates while accommodating the festive calendar.
