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Phase-1 of Rajasthan Panchayat Elections Begins, Voting in 16 Districts Including Jaipur
✍️ Amar Ujala · Rajasthan
🗓 22 Oct 2026, 09:45 AM
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The first phase of the 2026 Rajasthan Panchayat elections is under way, with more than 8.5 million voters casting ballots across 1,788 wards in 104 panchayat samitis of 16 districts.
The Election Commission of India has launched the opening phase of the 2026 Rajasthan Panchayat elections. Voting is being conducted today in 104 panchayat samitis spread across 16 districts, including the state capital Jaipur.
A total of 1,788 ward‑level polling stations are active, and more than 8.5 million registered voters are eligible to choose representatives for local self‑government bodies. The process follows a staggered schedule designed to ensure smooth administration and security.
Election officials have deployed additional staff and security personnel to manage the large voter turnout and to maintain order at the booths. Voter awareness campaigns have been run in the weeks leading up to the poll, emphasizing the importance of participation in grassroots democracy.
The results of this first phase will be counted after the conclusion of voting, and the outcomes are expected to shape the composition of panchayat councils that manage rural development, infrastructure, and welfare schemes across Rajasthan.
The commission has urged citizens to exercise their franchise responsibly and adhere to COVID‑19 safety guidelines that remain in effect at polling stations.
A total of 1,788 ward‑level polling stations are active, and more than 8.5 million registered voters are eligible to choose representatives for local self‑government bodies. The process follows a staggered schedule designed to ensure smooth administration and security.
Election officials have deployed additional staff and security personnel to manage the large voter turnout and to maintain order at the booths. Voter awareness campaigns have been run in the weeks leading up to the poll, emphasizing the importance of participation in grassroots democracy.
The results of this first phase will be counted after the conclusion of voting, and the outcomes are expected to shape the composition of panchayat councils that manage rural development, infrastructure, and welfare schemes across Rajasthan.
The commission has urged citizens to exercise their franchise responsibly and adhere to COVID‑19 safety guidelines that remain in effect at polling stations.