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Politics
Rajasthan Panchayat Election 2026: Live Lottery Draw for Sarpanch and Ward Panch Seats
✍️ NDTV Rajasthan
🗓 24 Sep 2026, 03:01 PM
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NDTV Rajasthan aired the live lottery that determines the Sarpanch and Ward Panch positions for the 2026 Panchayat elections in the state.
The Election Commission of Rajasthan conducted the lottery to allocate Sarpanch and Ward Panch seats for the upcoming 2026 Panchayat elections. The draw was broadcast live by NDTV Rajasthan, allowing voters and officials to witness the random selection process in real time.
The lottery method is used when the number of candidates exceeds the number of available seats, ensuring a transparent and impartial allocation. The live video showed officials drawing lots in a controlled environment, with the results displayed on screen as each position was assigned.
Election observers noted that the televised lottery adds a layer of accountability, reducing the scope for allegations of bias. The outcomes will shape the leadership of village councils across Rajasthan for the next five-year term.
The broadcast concluded with a summary of the allocated positions, and the Election Commission confirmed that the results will be officially recorded and published in the upcoming election schedule.
The lottery method is used when the number of candidates exceeds the number of available seats, ensuring a transparent and impartial allocation. The live video showed officials drawing lots in a controlled environment, with the results displayed on screen as each position was assigned.
Election observers noted that the televised lottery adds a layer of accountability, reducing the scope for allegations of bias. The outcomes will shape the leadership of village councils across Rajasthan for the next five-year term.
The broadcast concluded with a summary of the allocated positions, and the Election Commission confirmed that the results will be officially recorded and published in the upcoming election schedule.