Chandigarh, February 23
The Punjab State Election Commissioner (SEC) , Raj Kamal Chaudhuri , announced that a total of 191 candidates remain in the fray following the conclusion of the withdrawal of nominations for the General Elections to the Municipal Councils of Tarn Taran (District Tarn Taran) , Dera Baba Nanak (District Gurdaspur) , and Talwara (District Hoshiarpur) .
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He further disclosed the number of contesting candidates for each municipal council:
- Tarn Taran : 113 candidates
- Dera Baba Nanak : 37 candidates
- Talwara : 41 candidates
Polling and Counting Details
The elections will be held on March 2, 2025 , from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM . In a unique arrangement, the counting of votes will take place on the same day at the polling stations immediately after the completion of the polling process.
This streamlined approach aims to ensure transparency and expedite the declaration of results, reflecting the Election Commission’s commitment to efficient and fair electoral practices.
With the stage set for the upcoming polls, voters in these three municipal councils will play a crucial role in shaping local governance by electing their representatives.
