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Lok Sabha Election 2024: Top points announced by ECI

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Voter statistics:

Around 97 crore registered voters will be voting this year with10.5 lakh polling stations, 1.5 crore polling officials and security staff, 55 lakh EVMs, and 4 lakh vehicles.
 

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Demographics:

Notable demographics include 1.8 crore first-time voters and 19.47 crore voters aged 20-29.

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Social media:

Political parties are urged to ensure responsible social media conduct; fake news originators face severe consequences.
 

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Gender voting trends:

In 12 states, female voter turnout surpasses males; total electors stand at 96.8 crore.
 

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Scrutiny of candidates:

The political parties must justify candidates with criminal records. Such candidates must publish their criminal history three times in the media, enhancing transparency.

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Monitoring financial transactions:

Vigilance will be heightened to prevent illegal online cash transfers and suspicious transactions via payment wallets.

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Border surveillance:

Drone-based monitoring will be implemented at borders to enhance security measures.

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Integrated control room:

Districts will establish 24x7 integrated control rooms to coordinate and address election-related issues.

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