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An internal note circulated by the office of Delhi’s Chief Electoral Officer having April 16 as the tentative “poll date” to help officials schedule various activities “in the build up” to the Lok Sabha elections created a flutter among journalists about the possible schedule of the
General election in the country is likely to be held in the middle of April.
Confusion arose regarding the date of the 2024 Lok Sabha Elections after a notification from the Election Commission of India. The Delhi electoral officer's clarification mentioned that the date was for 'reference' for officials.
Lok Sabha election date viral letter: The Chief Electoral Officer, Delhi, clarified that a letter indicating April 16 as a tentative poll date for Lok Sabha Election 2024 was for advance planning purposes. After the letter went viral, the CEO explained on social media that it served as a reference in the Election Commission of India (ECI) Planner, outlining activities and dates. The mentioned date was solely for planning, and it has no bearing on the actual election schedule, which will be announced by the Election Commission of India .
This article will cover the date of the 2024 Lok Sabha Elections in India. The general elections are held every five years to elect 543 members of the Lower House of Parliament.