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Bengaluru, here’s what you must look at before you vote

Dear reader,

This Friday, April 26th, Bengaluru will be voting to elect its representatives in the Lok Sabha as India conducts the second of its seven-phase parliamentary polls. The choice is probably one of the most critical ones you make this year, as it will determine the future of your nation, your city and your life in it for the next five years at least, in more ways than one.

Before you vote to elect your MP, therefore, you must know exactly

who your candidates are
their past record
what they have promised
what their parties have promised
their stance on key issues of the constituency
what they can do for the institution of democracy at large

And if you are wondering where to go scouting for all that information, check out our complete coverage of Bengaluru’s constituencies, all candidates and even some pointers on voting basics.

Special Project: Lok Sabha Elections 2024

We have compiled it below in this special newsletter for ready reference. Be a responsible voter, be an informed voter.

First things first (voting basics) …

Are you confused about which parliamentary constituency you belong to? Wondering where and how to locate your polling booth? Can you vote if you are registered but do not have your voter ID card? These will clear all your doubts:

Voter Guide to help you vote in these elections

Yes, Parliamentary elections are not like local body or state assembly polls. And your MP may not be the one you rely on for fixing your regular problems, like potholed roads and broken water pipes. What does he do then, and how do you go about choosing the right candidate? Read this piece from our archives:

Voters’ dilemma: How to choose your MP

And if you are one, who would rather base your decision on what the party line is and what different political parties are promising you in their manifestos, check out the party manifestos here. Also, an analysis comparing the promises of the two top contending parties, the BJP and Indian National Congress, on critical urban issues:

2024 manifestos from political parties

Our cities are struggling; what do BJP and Congress manifestos promise them?

Also, check out:

How political parties are responding to the call to ‘Make Parliament Great Again’

All about your constituencies and candidates

Please check out our detailed curation of critical information on your incumbent MP, your candidates this year and constituency issues at the links below:

Bangalore North

Bangalore South

Bangalore Central

Bangalore Rural

Interviews: What are your candidates saying?

See what your MP candidates have to say on issues that matter to you; check out our exclusive interviews with a few key candidates:

Centre can create projects, but state must implement: Shobha Karandlaje, BJP candidate, Bangalore North

Need to make Bengaluru a 15-minute city: Rajeev Gowda (Bangalore North)

Will prioritise ORR, suburban rail: Mansoor Ali Khan, Congress candidate, Bangalore Central

Watch: What MP P C Mohan told Bellandur residents during his campaign

From the ground

We hope you find the information above useful. As we move through the phases of the 2024 parliamentary polls, we will continue to add to our coverage, with more focus on other cities and constituencies therein. Our aim is to empower readers and create an informed, responsible electorate.

Also, check out this list of resources on OpenCity compiling critical information regarding the general elections 2024 from major cities – Bengaluru Urban, Chennai, Mumbai and Delhi.

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