The Election Commission of India has declared the dates for Rajya Sabha polls in Kerala and Maharashtra, with elections taking place on June 25. This comes as the term of office for three Kerala members of Rajya Sabha is set to expire in July 2024. A bypoll for the Council of States from Maharashtra will also be held on the same date, following the resignation of former Union Minister, Praful Patel. The important dates for the upcoming elections have also been listed, with polling set to take place from 9 am to 4 pm on June 25. Stay updated with the latest election news on Manorama Online App.
According to sources, there is a possibility of cross voting in the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections, with 10 SP MLAs potentially voting for BJP. The MLAs named in question include Abhay Singh, Rakesh Pandey, and Rakesh Singh, and it is speculated that even Congress MLAs from Himachal Pradesh may engage in cross voting. This news has sparked controversy and raised concerns over the integrity of the election process.