THE ELECTION COMMISSION OF INDIA--Appointment of Dates for Various Stages of Bye-Election to Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly from 98. Erode (East) Assembly Constituency and Fixation of Hours of Poll to Fill a Vacancy Caused by the Death of a Member.

**Executive Summary** This document is a notification from the Election Commission of India, announcing a bye-election for the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly from the 98. Erode (East) Assembly Constituency, following the death of its member on December 14, 2024. The notification specifies critical dates for the election process, including the last date for making nominations (January 17, 2025) and the date before which the election must be completed (February 10, 2025). **Key Points / Main Content** * **Vacancy Announcement:** * The seat of Thiru E.V.K.S. Elangovan, representing 98-Erode (East) Assembly Constituency, became vacant on December 14, 2024, due to his death. * **Election Mandate:** * A bye-election will be held to fill the vacancy in the 98-Erode (East) Assembly Constituency. * **Election Schedule:** * **Last Date for Nominations:** January 17, 2025 (Friday). * **Date for Scrutiny of Nominations:** January 18, 2025 (Saturday). * **Last Date for Withdrawal of Candidatures:** January 20, 2025 (Monday). * **Date of Poll (if necessary):** February 5, 2025 (Wednesday). * **Date Before Election Completion:** February 10, 2025 (Monday). * **Polling Hours:** * If a poll is necessary, it will be held between 07:00 AM and 06:00 PM. **Impact Analysis** **98-Erode (East) Assembly Constituency Voters** * **Impact:** Residents of the 98-Erode (East) Assembly Constituency have the opportunity to elect a new representative to the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly. * **Action Required:** Eligible voters should participate in the bye-election process, including nominating candidates and casting their votes if a poll is necessary. **Potential Candidates** * **Impact:** Individuals seeking to represent the 98-Erode (East) Assembly Constituency must adhere to the election schedule outlined in the notification. * **Action Required:** Potential candidates must submit their nominations by the specified deadline (January 17, 2025) and comply with all relevant provisions of the Representation of the People Act, 1951. **Election Commission of India** * **Impact:** The Election Commission is responsible for overseeing and conducting the bye-election in a fair and transparent manner. * **Action Required:** The Election Commission must ensure that all necessary arrangements are made for the election process, including voter registration, polling stations, and security measures. **State Government of Tamil Nadu** * **Impact:** The state government needs to facilitate the election process in coordination with the Election Commission of India. * **Action Required:** The state government needs to provide necessary support to the Election Commission for conducting the election, including administrative and security assistance.

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