Rabha Hasong Council Elections: 4.45 Lakh Voters to Cast Ballots Across 630 Booths on April 2
Why in News?
- Rabha Hasong Autonomous Council (RHAC) elections are scheduled to take place on April 2, 2025, in Assam. With 4.45 lakh voters set to cast their ballots across 630 polling stations, this election is crucial for the governance of the Rabha Hasong region, impacting the political, economic, and cultural future of the community.
Important Key Points:
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Election Schedule:
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Nomination Filing: Candidates were required to submit their nominations by March 15, 2025, between 11 AM and 3 PM.
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Scrutiny of Nominations: Conducted on March 17, 2025, at 11 AM.
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Withdrawal of Candidature: The deadline for withdrawal was March 19, 2025, by 3 PM.
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Polling Date: Set for April 2, 2025, from 7 AM to 3 PM across 630 polling stations.
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Re-Polling (if necessary): Scheduled for April 3, 2025, during the same hours.
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Vote Counting and Results: To commence on April 4, 2025, from 8 AM onwards.
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Voter Demographics:
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Total Voters: Approximately 4.45 lakh individuals are eligible to vote.
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Male Voters: Around 2.16 lakh.
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Female Voters: Approximately 2.29 lakh.
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Others: 11 voters.
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Political Landscape:
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The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), in alliance with the Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) under the NDA coalition, has fielded candidates across all 36 constituencies.
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Deputy Speaker of the Assam Legislative Assembly, Numal Momin, has expressed confidence in a landslide victory for the BJP-led NDA, citing strong public support and previous communal issues under Congress’s tenure.
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Model Code of Conduct (MCC):
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With the election announcement, the MCC has been enforced in all areas under the RHAC jurisdiction, ensuring fair and ethical campaigning practices.
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Significance of RHAC:
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Established in 1995, the RHAC aims to promote the economic, educational, and socio-cultural development of the Rabha community and other ethnic groups within its jurisdiction.
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