Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot, a member of the Congress party, is vying for a second term in a state known for its political fluidity, while the BJP relies on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's popularity to secure a majority. Polling for 199 out of the 200 seats in Rajasthan commenced at 7 am and will continue until 6 pm, with the election in Sriganganagar's Karanpur seat suspended due to the unfortunate demise of Congress candidate and incumbent MLA Gurmeet Singh Koonar.

In the 2018 elections, the Congress fell just one seat short of a majority, winning 100 seats, while the BJP secured 73. The BJP's previous absolute majority of 163 in 2013 had diminished. The current elections involve 1,862 candidates, with a total of 5.25 crore voters. Among them, 1.71 crore are aged between 18 and 30, and 22.61 lakh are new voters from the 18-19 age group.

The electoral landscape is marked by the Congress' pursuit of a continued governance mandate and the BJP's reliance on the enduring appeal of Prime Minister Modi. As polling progresses, the political fate of Rajasthan hangs in the balance, with both major parties seeking to sway the electorate and secure a decisive mandate. The outcome will shape the future leadership and direction of the state.

Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot, a member of the Congress party, is vying for a second term in a state known for its political fluidity, while the BJP relies on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's popularity to secure a majority. Polling for 199 out of the 200 seats in Rajasthan commenced at 7 am and will continue until 6 pm, with the election in Sriganganagar's Karanpur seat suspended due to the unfortunate demise of Congress candidate and incumbent MLA Gurmeet Singh Koonar.

In the 2018 elections, the Congress fell just one seat short of a majority, winning 100 seats, while the BJP secured 73. The BJP's previous absolute majority of 163 in 2013 had diminished. The current elections involve 1,862 candidates, with a total of 5.25 crore voters. Among them, 1.71 crore are aged between 18 and 30, and 22.61 lakh are new voters from the 18-19 age group.

The electoral landscape is marked by the Congress' pursuit of a continued governance mandate and the BJP's reliance on the enduring appeal of Prime Minister Modi. As polling progresses, the political fate of Rajasthan hangs in the balance, with both major parties seeking to sway the electorate and secure a decisive mandate. The outcome will shape the future leadership and direction of the state.