Lok Sabha Elections 2024 | What's closed and what's open in Bengaluru during elections?

Bengaluru is set to vote for the Lok Sabha elections 2024 as part of the phase 2. With D-day looming closer, let's take a look at what parts of the Garden city will remain in operation, and what parts will shut down for the elections.

What's closed?

As is the norm during an election day, schools, colleges, and other educational institutions, as well as relevant non-essential government services in Bengaluru will be shut down on election day.

Additionally, corporate offices will provide their employees with at least a leave to allow them to vote, as it is mandatory to do so according to the law.

Karnataka HC also declared a general holiday to the High Court Benches on April 26 and May 7, on account of Lok Sabha Elections 2024. Banks will be shut too.

The district magistrate's office also released an order banning the production, sale, distribution, transportation, storage etc. of liquor from 5:00 PM on 24 April to 12:00 midnight on 26 April. Thus, any liquor stores will remain closed.

To avoid any incidents during the polling day, a prohibitory order under Section 144 of the CrPC will be in place from 6 pm on April 24 to the midnight of April 26 in the Bengaluru city commissionerate limits.

What will remain in operation?

Essential services, such as BMTC, BMRCL, hospitals, etc. will remain in operation.

Commercial establishments will also remain open, although they will likely start operations late to allow their eligible employees to vote early in the day.

As Bengaluru gears up for the elections on 26 April, it's crucial for citizens to prioritize their civic duty before embarking on their long weekend plans that the election holiday will provide.

By taking the time to cast our votes, we not only contribute to the democratic process but also actively participate in shaping the future of our city and our nation.