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Politics
154 candidates vie for 57 district council wards in Jaipur's Phase‑1 panchayat elections
✍️ Amar Ujala · Rajasthan
🗓 16 Oct 2026, 08:15 AM
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In the first phase of Jaipur's panchayat elections, 154 candidates are contesting 57 district council wards, while 417 aspirants vie for 146 wards across eight panchayat samitis.
The Election Commission has opened the first phase of the Jaipur panchayat polls, with 154 candidates filing nominations for the 57 wards of the district council. This marks the initial step in the local self‑government elections scheduled across the city.
In parallel, eight panchayat samitis covering 146 wards have attracted a total of 417 aspirants, reflecting a competitive field at the grassroots level. Voters in these wards will choose representatives who will oversee development and administrative functions in their respective areas.
The second phase of voting is slated for 28 October, with the counting of all ballots set for 20 November. Authorities have urged citizens to participate responsibly and adhere to the prescribed COVID‑19 protocols during the electoral process.
In parallel, eight panchayat samitis covering 146 wards have attracted a total of 417 aspirants, reflecting a competitive field at the grassroots level. Voters in these wards will choose representatives who will oversee development and administrative functions in their respective areas.
The second phase of voting is slated for 28 October, with the counting of all ballots set for 20 November. Authorities have urged citizens to participate responsibly and adhere to the prescribed COVID‑19 protocols during the electoral process.