Lok Sabha Election Results 2024: Mixed bag for BJP in Northeast, triumph in 2 states but setback in Manipur

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Congress wins both seats in Manipur

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Inner Manipur: Congress' Angomcha Bimol Akoijam defeated BJP's Thounaojam Basanta Kumar Singh, in a setback for the saffron party.
Outer Manipur: Congress candidate Alfred Kanngam S Arthur emerged victorious, defeating Kachui Timothy Zimik of the Naga Peoples' Front.

Nagaland: Congress' S Supong-Meren Jamir wins lone Lok Sabha seat, defeats NDPP's Chumben Murry

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Indian National Congress candidate S Supong-Meren Jamir has won the state's lone Lok Sabha seat, defeating his closest rival Chumben Murry of the Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party (NDPP) by a margin of 50,984 votes.

Tripura West: BJP's Biplab Kumar Deb wins, defeats Congress' Asish Kumar Saha

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BJP candidate Biplab Kumar Deb has registered a resounding victory in the Tripura West Lok Sabha constituency, defeating his nearest rival Asish Kumar Saha of the Indian National Congress by a massive margin of 6,11,578 votes.

Deb's comprehensive triumph underlines the BJP's continued dominance in the state, with the party securing both the Lok Sabha seats in Tripura.

Mizoram: ZPM's Richard Vanlalhmangaiha wins lone seat, credits party wave

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Zoram People's Movement (ZPM) candidate Richard Vanlalhmangaiha has won the state's lone Lok Sabha seat, defeating his nearest rival K Vanlalvena of the Mizo National Front (MNF) by a massive margin of 66,845 votes. Vanlalhmangaiha attributed his victory to the "strong wave" in favour of the ZPM since the party came to power in Mizoram last November. He stated, "It is because of the party wave and its policies, I received massive support from the people."

Arunachal East: BJP's Tapir Gao wins, defeats Congress rival Bosiram Siram

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The BJP has secured a victory in the Arunachal East Lok Sabha constituency as well. The party's candidate, Tapir Gao, has defeated his nearest rival, Bosiram Siram of the Indian National Congress, by a margin of 30,421 votes.

Arunachal West: Kiren Rijiju of BJP wins, defeats Congress' Nabam Tuki by over 1 lakh votes

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In Arunachal West Lok Sabha seat, BJP candidate Kiren Rijiju has emerged victorious, defeating his nearest rival Nabam Tuki of the Indian National Congress by a massive margin of 1,00,738 votes. As per the latest updates from the Election Commission, Rijiju secured a comprehensive win, cementing the BJP's stronghold in the state.

BJP's Kriti Devi Debbarman wins Tripura East LS seat, defeats CPI(M) rival by massive margin

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BJP candidate Kriti Devi Debbarman has emerged victorious in the Tripura East Lok Sabha constituency. Debbarman, who is the sister of Tipra Motha founder Pradyot Debbarma, defeated her nearest rival Rajendra Reang of the CPI(M) by a staggering margin of 4,86,819 votes, as per the Election Commission's website.

BJP's Debbarman secured 7,77,447 votes, while CPI(M)'s Reang managed to get 2,90,628 votes in the constituency.

Celebrations erupt as VPP secures historic win in Shillong

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The India Today-Axis My India exit poll results predicted a victory for the opposition Voice of the People Party (VPP), and the trends have aligned with these predictions. VPP candidate Ricky Andrew J Syngkon has won the Shillong Parliamentary Constituency by a margin of over 3.7 lakh votes.

With Syngkon's historic win, celebrations have erupted among VPP party workers and supporters. This marks the regional party's first-ever Lok Sabha victory, and the atmosphere is filled with dance, music, and chants of victory.

VPP chief Ardent Basaiawmoit stated that the party, energised by this win, will focus on addressing corruption issues at the national level.

Opposition deals blow to ruling NPP-MDA in Meghalaya, wins both Lok Sabha seats

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Opposition parties have won both Lok Sabha seats in Meghalaya, dealing a setback to the ruling National People's Party (NPP) and Meghalaya Democratic Alliance (MDA).

Regional Voice of the People Party (VPP) candidate Ricky Andrew J Syngkon secured a massive victory in Shillong, defeating sitting MP Vincent H Pala (Congress) and NPP's Ampareen Lyngdoh by a margin of over 3.7 lakh votes.

In Tura, Congress candidate Saleng A Sangma sprang a surprise by defeating sitting MP and NPP's Agatha Sangma, sister of CM Conrad Sangma, by 1.55 lakh votes - wresting the seat from the family after 33 years.

CM Conrad Sangma took to X (formerly Twitter), accepting the people's mandate and wishing the winning candidates well. 

Sikkim Krantikari Morcha retains lone LS seat, credits people's trust

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The ruling Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM) has retained the state's lone Lok Sabha seat, with sitting MP Indra Hang Subba defeating his nearest rival by 78,766 votes. In an interview with India Today NE, Subba credited the victory to people's faith in the party and its leadership, stating they have increased their majority. He assured constructive measures for development and said the party's alliance with NDA will be decided soon. Subba also commented that the opponents should rethink their approach after losing the people's trust.

BJP credits PM Modi wave for Tripura Lok Sabha lead

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BJP state president Rajib Bhattacharya has expressed confidence in PM Narendra Modi's continued leadership, citing the BJP's strong performance as evidence. He stated, "The results showcase the trust and confidence people have in PM Modi. I extend my congratulations to the people of both this state and the entire country. BJP is leading in both Tripura seats, underscoring our primary agenda of securing the victory." Bhattacharya further asserted that the electorate has firmly rejected the alliance between CPIM and Congress, deeming it unholy.

BJP set to sweep both LS Seats in Tripura

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The BJP is currently leading in both the Lok Sabha seats in Tripura as counting of votes is under way, according to the Election Commission's website.

In Tripura West, BJP's Biplab Kumar Deb is ahead of his nearest rival Asish Kumar Saha by a massive 5,93,829 votes.

In Tripura East, BJP candidate Kriti Devi Debbarman is leading by 4,79,685 votes over her nearest rival Rajendra Reang of the CPI(M).

With such substantial leads, the BJP seems set to claim both the Lok Sabha seats in Tripura.

BJP leading in both Arunachal LS seats

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The BJP is leading in the two Lok Sabha seats in Arunachal Pradesh as counting of votes is under way.

In Arunachal West, Union Minister Kiren Rijiju is leading by 95,188 votes over his nearest rival Nabam Tuki of the Congress.

In Arunachal East, BJP's sitting MP Tapir Gao is leading by 30,344 votes against Congress' Bosiram Siram.

Congress takes lead in both Manipur LS seats

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Congress is leading in both the Lok Sabha seats in Manipur on Tuesday afternoon, as per the Election Commission.

In the Inner Manipur seat, Congress candidate Angomcha Bimol Akoijam is leading over BJP's Thounaojam Basantakumar by 72,491 votes.

In the Outer Manipur seat, Congress' Alfred Kanngam S Arthur is ahead of NPF candidate Kachui Timothy Zimik by 49,709 votes.

Congress candidate extends lead in Nagaland

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Congress candidate S Supongmeren Jamir extended his lead over NDPP's Chumben Murry to 48,597 votes in Nagaland's lone Lok Sabha seat. Jamir polled 3,79,093 votes, Murry 3,30,850, and Independent Hayithung Tungoe Lotha 5,695 votes. The voter turnout was 57.72% of the 13.25 lakh electorate.

Tripura CEO assures smooth counting process

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Tripura Chief Electoral Officer Puneet Agarwal said the counting process is underway smoothly. He asked parties to file specific complaints with details like hall numbers and names if they face any issues, so that necessary action can be taken. Agarwal stated counting agents of parties are observing the process along with ECI observers.

VPP's Ricky Syngkon surges ahead in Shillong: A new force in Meghalaya politics

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Ricky Syngkon of the Voice of the People Party (VPP) has achieved a significant milestone by crossing the 4 lakh vote mark in the ongoing Shillong constituency race. His competitors, Vincent H. Pala and Ampareen Lyngdoh, trail far behind Syngkon by a massive margin. This remarkable performance underlines the growing influence of the VPP, a relatively new regional party in Meghalaya's political landscape. It is noteworthy, during last year's assembly elections, VPP's Brightstarwell Marbaniang secured a resounding victory by a huge margin, signalling the party's emergence as a formidable player in the state's politics. With Syngkon's lead, it seems that the VPP is poised to claim the Shillong constituency seat in a historic win.

SKM's Indra Hang Subba surges ahead in Sikkim election trends

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As of 12 pm, the latest trends suggest that Sikkim Krantikari Morcha's (SKM) candidate, Indra Hang Subba, is poised to claim the Sikkim seat, leading with an impressive tally of 77,239 votes. Trailing behind is Bharat Basnett of the Citizen Action Party-Sikkim.

BJP leads in Arunachal with strong margin

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BJP's Kiren Rijiju maintains a commanding lead with 55,292 votes in Arunachal West, while in Arunachal East Bosiram Siram is leading by a margin of 23,886 votes.

Congress leads as Chumben Murry of NDPP trails

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In Nagaland, S. Supongmeren Jamir of the Indian National Congress is currently leading, with Chumben Murry of the Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party trailing behind by a margin of 29,739 votes.

ZPM candidate grateful as lead surges in Mizoram

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ZPM Candidate Richard Vanlalhmangaiha extended his gratitude to the people of Mizoram for their trust in his party and himself. He emphasised the submission of various projects to the centre, which he pledges to prioritise and work on. When questioned about supporting the NDA or INDIA bloc, he affirmed that decisions would be made on a case-by-case basis, reflecting issue-based considerations. Currently, Vanlalhmangaiha leads by 60,671 votes.

Meghalaya: VPP's Ricky Syngkon dominates in Shillong, Congress' Saleng A Sangma leads in Tura

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In Meghalaya's Shillong constituency, Ricky Syngkon of the VPP is in the lead with an impressive 2,73,725 votes, while Vincent Pala of the INC trails significantly behind with 93,655 votes, creating a substantial margin of 1,80,070 votes. Meanwhile, in the Tura constituency, Saleng A Sangma of the Indian National Congress leads the race, with Agatha K Sangma of the NPP trailing behind by 1,04,877 votes. A total of 6,72,286 electors cast their votes at polling stations for the Tura Parliamentary Constituency.

NPF takes lead in Outer Manipur; Congress in Inner Manipur

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In Inner Manipur, Angomcha Bimol Akoijam of the Indian National Congress is leading by 34,232 votes, with Thounaojam Basanta Kumar Singh of BJP trailing. In Outer Manipur, Kachui Timothy Zimik of the Naga People's Front is ahead by 29,984 votes, with Alfred Kanngam S Arthur of the Indian National Congress in second place.

SKM leads Sikkim race by over 78,000 votes

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In Sikkim, Indra Hang Subba is leading with a margin of over 75,000 votes, while Prem Das Rai of the Sikkim Democratic Front trails behind.

BJP dominates Tripura: Biplab Kumar Deb and Kriti Devi Debbarma lead by wide margins

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In Tripura West, Biplab Kumar Deb is leading by an impressive margin of 195,576 votes, while Kriti Devi Debbarma is ahead in Tripura East by 164,119 votes. It appears to be a BJP sweep in Tripura, with the party taking commanding leads in both constituencies.

ZPM leads by 42,831 votes in Mizoram Lok Sabha race

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Richard Vanlalhmangaiha of the ZPM is leading the Mizoram Lok Sabha race by 42,831 votes, with K Vanlalvena of MNF in second place and Lalbiakzama of INC in third. BJP candidate Vanlalhmuaka has secured 14,189 votes.

A total of 487,013 votes were cast. According to the latest electoral roll, Mizoram has 856,364 registered voters, comprising 414,805 male voters and 441,559 female voters. There are 4,963 service voters (4,872 male and 91 female), 4,741 voters aged 85 and above (2,167 male and 2,574 female), 3,396 PwD voters (1,876 male and 1,521 female), and 36,370 young voters aged 18-19 (18,659 male and 17,711 female).

VPP emerges as front-runner in Shillong; NPP faces setback in Tura

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Early trends as of 10 am show the Voice of the People Party (VPP) emerging as a major new force in Shillong, leading by nearly 84,130 votes. Vincent Pala of the INC is currently trailing, marking a significant shift in the region's political dynamics.

Meanwhile, in Tura, the National People's Party (NPP), led by Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma, appears to be facing a setback in its traditional stronghold. Agatha K. Sangma, who is vying for her third term from Tura is trailing. Instead, INC's Saleng A. Sangma is leading by 64,044 votes.

ZPM leads by 22,731 votes in Mizoram

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Richard Vanlalhmangaiha of ZPM maintains a commanding lead with 22,731 votes. Following closely behind is K Vanlalvena of MNF, with Lalbiakzama of INC in third position. The BJP candidate, Vanlalhmuaka, has garnered 5,274 votes.

BJP gains momentum in Arunachal Pradesh's parliamentary seats

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Union Minister Kiren Rijiju is currently in the lead in Arunachal Pradesh West, facing competition from Congress' Nabam Tuki. Meanwhile, in Arunachal Pradesh East, the race is more dynamic, with Congress' Bosiram Siram currently leading against BJP's Tapir Gao, though the situation remains subject to change.

SKM takes early lead in Sikkim

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In the Sikkim election race, Indra Hang Subba of the Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM) is currently leading, with a significant vote margin of 11,253 over his closest rival, Prem Das Rai of the Sikkim Democratic Front (SDF).

NDPP's Chumben Murry leads in Nagaland

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Chumben Murry of the Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party (NDPP) is currently leading in the state's lone Lok Sabha seat, bolstered by support from the BJP. Murry is vying to secure victory and represent Nagaland in the Lok Sabha.

BJP candidates take early leads in Tripura's Lok Sabha races

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BJP candidate Kriti Devi Debbarma has surged ahead in the Tripura (East) seat, with CPI(M) candidate Rajendra Reang as her main contender. Meanwhile, in Tripura West, BJP's Biplab Kumar Deb has secured an early lead over his Congress rival Asish Kumar Saha.

Meghalaya: VPP's Dr. Ricky Andrew J. Syngkon leads in Shillong, INC's Saleng A Sangma ahead in Tura

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In Meghalaya, Dr Ricky Andrew J. Syngkon representing the Voice of the People Party (VPP) is in the lead in the Shillong constituency, with a vote margin of 5,401 over Vincent H. Pala of the INC. Meanwhile, in the Tura constituency, Saleng A Sangma of the Indian National Congress is leading, with a vote margin of 7,729 over Agatha K Sangma of the National People's Party (NPP).

Richard Vanlalhmangaiha leads in Mizoram vote count

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Richard Vanlalhmangaiha of the Zoram People’s Movement is leading with 16,950 votes, holding a significant margin of 4,981 votes over his closest rival, K Vanlalvena of the Mizo National Front, who trails with 11,969 votes. Following behind are Lalbiakzama of the Indian National Congress with 7,527 votes, Vanlalhmuka of the Bharatiya Janata Party with 646 votes, Lalhriatrenga Chhangte as an independent candidate with 283 votes, Rita Malsawmi of the Mizoram People's Conference with 247 votes, and 107 votes recorded for None of the Above (NOTA).

Mizoram: Richard Vanlalhmangaiha of ZPM leads with a margin of 1,537 votes

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In the latest update from Mizoram, Richard Vanlalhmangaiha of the Zoram People's Movement (ZPM) is leading the race, closely followed by K. Vanlalvena of the Mizo National Front (MNF). Richard Vanlalhmangaiha maintains a lead of 1,537 votes over his closest competitor.

Bru voters cast ballots in Tripura's Lok Sabha elections for the first time

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For the first time, Bru voters in Tripura participated in the Lok Sabha elections, having previously only voted in the assembly elections held in March of the preceding year. Formerly residing in six relief camps in the North Tripura district until 2020, Bru migrants now have permanent settlements in 12 locations across the state, granting them the opportunity to exercise their voting rights.

BJP targets dual victory in Lok Sabha polls for Tripura

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The BJP aims to secure victories in both Lok Sabha seats - West Tripura and East Tripura, having emerged victorious in the 2019 elections. A recent alliance between the opposition party TIPRA Motha and the BJP has altered the political landscape, posing a considerable challenge to the INC and the INDIA bloc. The issue of illegal immigrants continues to be a significant concern, with widespread opposition to the Citizenship Amendment Bill, echoing sentiments across other northeastern states.

Vote counting begins for Mizoram's lone Lok Sabha seat

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Officials have confirmed the start of vote counting for Mizoram's only Lok Sabha constituency on Tuesday morning. Polling for this seat was conducted on April 19. The electoral contest saw a four-way battle between BJP, Congress, MNF, and Zoram People’s Movement, with a voter turnout of 56.87%.

Vote counting underway for Nagaland's lone Lok Sabha seat

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The vote counting for Nagaland's singular Lok Sabha constituency commenced on Tuesday morning, following the electoral process held on April 19. In a notable turn of events, the NDPP-BJP coalition secured a significant victory over the Indian National Congress in the 2019 elections. This year, the region faced a distinct scenario, with six districts in Eastern Nagaland reporting no voter turnout, signalling a stance on the demand for a separate state. The contest for Nagaland's sole Lok Sabha seat features three contenders: Chumben Murry representing the Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party, Hayithung Tungoe Lotha as an Independent candidate, and S. Supongmeren Jamir of the Congress.

Vote counting commences for Arunachal Pradesh's Lok Sabha seats

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The counting of votes for Arunachal Pradesh's two crucial Lok Sabha seats has commenced on Tuesday morning. Electorates cast their ballots for the Arunachal East and Arunachal West parliamentary constituencies on April 19, marking a significant moment in the state's democratic process.

Counting underway for Shillong and Tura Lok Sabha seats in Meghalaya

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Counting has commenced at the 13 designated centres across Meghalaya, encompassing 8 centres within the Shillong Parliamentary Constituency and 5 within the Tura Parliamentary Constituency. A total of 369 tables are operational across 7 districts under the 1-Shillong PC, while 244 tables are in use across 5 districts under the 2-Tura (ST) PC.

Tripura commences counting of postal ballots as Lok Sabha Elections 2024 unfold

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Amidst the hustle and bustle of democracy in action, Tripura witnesses the meticulous counting of postal ballots as the grand spectacle of the Lok Sabha Elections 2024 unfolds. 

Counting of votes commences in northeastern states for Lok Sabha Elections 2024

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The counting of votes for the Lok Sabha elections 2024 began at 8 am in the northeastern states, including Meghalaya, Manipur, Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Tripura, Sikkim, and Nagaland. Excitement fills the air as citizens eagerly await the outcome, curious about the future direction of their constituencies.

Ukhrul and Kamjong DCs visit Ukhrul Headquarters for vote counting

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Manipur's Ukhrul and Kamjong districts are preparing for the vote counting at Ukhrul Headquarters. The DCs of Ukhrul and Kamjong have visited the Ukhrul DC Headquarters and are entering the counting hall.

Manipur: Polling agents, police, and locals gather for tense vote counting

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Polling agents, police, and local residents have gathered at the Imphal West DC complex in anticipation of the election vote counting. The atmosphere is intense but orderly as everyone awaits the results. Security measures are in place to ensure a smooth counting process.

Counting preparations complete for Tripura Lok Sabha elections: CEO

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All preparations for counting votes in Tripura West and Tripura East Lok Sabha constituencies are complete, said CEO Puneet Agarwal. Counting begins on today at 8 am at 20 locations.

Nagaland gears up for Lok Sabha vote counting

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Nagaland is braced for the counting of votes in the state's lone Lok Sabha constituency today, with all necessary arrangements in place across 17 counting centers, the Chief Electoral Officer Vyasan R said.

In a statement to the press, Vyasan confirmed that the counting process will commence at 8 am sharp, adhering to the Election Commission's protocols. "We have made comprehensive preparations to ensure a smooth and transparent counting exercise for the Nagaland parliamentary seat, which went to polls in the first phase on April 19," he said.

Meghalaya: EKH DC asks for peaceful victory rallies

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East Khasi Hills Deputy Commissioner SC Sadhu has decided to permit political parties to hold victory processions and rallies following the declaration of Lok Sabha election results today, however, he has appealed for cooperation from the public, political parties, and various stakeholders to maintain law and order. Any disruptions will be dealt with firmly. Central armed paramilitary forces and state forces will be deployed in the Polo area, where vote counting will take place, to ensure peace.

3 layer security cordon in all counting centres in Manipur on June 4

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Manipur Chief Electoral Officer Pradeep Kumar Jha on Saturday said preparations for counting of votes for the two Lok Sabha constituencies in the state are in full swing.

The counting of votes will commence at 8 am at 24 counting halls on June 4, he said.

A three-layer security cordon will be enforced at the counting centres on the counting day, the CEO said in a statement.
 

All set for counting of votes at 13 centres in Mizoram

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All preparations have been made for counting of votes polled in the lone Lok Sabha seat in Mizoram, a senior official said.

Counting of votes will begin at 8 am on Tuesday at 13 centres, where tight security arrangements have been made, Aizawl's Deputy Commissioner Nazuk Kumar, who was also the returning officer for the Lok Sabha polls, said.

She said at least 16 counting observers have been deployed by the ED for the lone seat in the state.