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Over 11.13 crore voters — 5.84 crore male, 5.29 crore female and 5,120 third gender — are eligible to exercise their franchise in the sixth phase.
Find out what’s open and closed in Delhi on May 25 during the crucial sixth phase of Lok Sabha elections. Essential insights for voters and residents
For the sixth phase of the Lok Sabha elections, Delhiites are turning out to vote on Saturday across the national capital region. The voting is underway for all seven parliamentary seats, with heightened security measures at polling booths.
Here’s a breakdown of what’s open and what’s closed in Delhi on May 25:
What’s Closed?
Liquor Outlets: In line with directives from the Election Commission of India, all liquor stores and licensed premises in Delhi, as well as in neighboring cities Faridabad and Gurugram, are closed from 6 p.m. on May 23 to 6 p.m. on May 25.
Educational Institutes: Due to soaring temperatures and persistent heatwave conditions, schools and educational institutions in the capital are closed on polling day to ensure the safety and well-being of students and staff.
Banks: Observing the fourth Saturday of the month, banks across Delhi are closed today, aligning with the electoral schedule.
What Is Open?
Essential Services: Hospitals, pharmacies, and public transportation are operating seamlessly today, ensuring uninterrupted access to healthcare and mobility for citizens. The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation started services early, at 4 a.m., across all routes to facilitate voter turnout.
Commercial Establishments: Retail outlets, restaurants, and malls are maintaining regular operations on polling day, allowing residents to carry out their daily activities without disruption.
Public Transportation: The Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) is supporting voter participation by deploying additional bus services on 35 routes across the city from 4 a.m. onwards, complementing the extended metro services.
The results for all Lok Sabha seats will be announced on June 4, following the conclusion of the seventh and final phase of voting on June 1.
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