JPC members in Lucknow for consultations on 'One Nation One Election': Parshottam Rupala
Lucknow, July 12
Union Minister and Joint Parliamentary Committee member Parshottam Rupala on Sunday said that the committee members were in Lucknow for consultations regarding the One Nation One Election.
He added that the JPC Chairman would provide details about the discussions.
Speaking to the reporters, Rupala said, "We have come here as members of the Joint Parliamentary Committee formed regarding the One Nation One Election. Our Chairman will provide you with all the details concerning that matter..."
The JPC is expected to finalise and adopt its report at its meeting on July 17 before submitting it to Parliament for further consideration.
The Constitution (One Hundred and Twenty-Ninth Amendment) Bill, 2024, is linked to the proposed reform popularly known as "One Nation, One Election," which seeks to synchronise elections for the Lok Sabha and state legislative assemblies. The Union Territories Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2024, is also part of the broader framework aimed at facilitating the implementation of simultaneous elections across the country.
The JPC is currently reviewing the Constitution (129th Amendment) Bill, 2024 and the Union Territories Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2024. These Bills, introduced on December 17, 2024, in the Lok Sabha and sent to the JPC for further scrutiny, collectively aim to introduce simultaneous elections across the country.
A day earlier, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Anurag Thakur said the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) on 'One Nation, One Election' is consulting political parties, government officials and various institutions during its nationwide study tour to gather inputs for preparing its report on simultaneous elections.
Thakur told reporters that the committee is holding consultations with a wide range of stakeholders, including public representatives, political parties, government officials, legal experts, judicial representatives, public sector organisations and banking institutions.
"The Joint Parliamentary Committee on 'One Nation, One Election' is visiting various states to consult with public representatives, political parties, bureaucrats and diverse institutions, ranging from the legal fraternity and the judiciary to public sector bodies and banks," Thakur said.
— ANI
Reader Comments
It sounds good in theory but what about state elections that happen due to no-confidence motions or floor tests? The model needs a solid fallback plan, not just a dream. Let the committee explain the logistics to the public.
Very smart move! Elections every year disrupt development work and create a permanent campaign mode. If they can synchronise it with proper safeguards, it'll be a game-changer for India's democracy. 👏
Interesting to see this being pushed so hard. As an outsider, I wonder if regional parties will lose their voice in such a system. India's diversity thrives on local representation, so tread carefully.
I appreciate the consultation process—talking to officials, political parties, and the judiciary. But we need more public consultation too. This affects every voter's choice. Let's hope the JPC report is transparent and inclusive.
One Nation, One Election could reduce the influence of money and muscle power in elections. But what about states where regional issues dominate? We need to ensure local concerns aren't drowned out by national narratives.
If done right, this is one of the best reforms we can have. Imagine no more Model Code of Conduct every few months, stable governments
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