Schools and colleges play a crucial role during election days as most of these locations are frequently designated as polling stations. Here are the list of states and UTs where education institutes will remain shut on May 7.
Lok Sabha Elections Phase 3: The Lok Sabha polls are set to enter their third phase on May 7, with voting to take place in 94 constituencies spread across 12 states in India. The states participating in this phase include Assam (4 seats), Bihar (5 seats), Chhattisgarh (7 seats), Goa (2 seats), Gujarat (26 seats), Karnataka (14 seats), Madhya Pradesh (8 seats), Maharashtra (11 seats), Uttar Pradesh (10 seats), West Bengal (4 seats), Dadra and Nagar Haveli, Daman and Diu (2 seats), and Jammu and Kashmir (1 seat).
Schools and colleges play a crucial role during election days as most of these locations are frequently designated as polling stations. They are often shut down on election days mainly because of safety concerns. This precaution is vital as elections can escalate tension and security issues, particularly in regions with a history of electoral violence or potential disruptions. By suspending classes, authorities aim to safeguard students and staff, ensuring a peaceful voting process.
Moreover, shutting educational institutions facilitates the seamless movement of election personnel and voters. This practice not only enhances security measures but also encourages a higher voter turnout by alleviating concerns about disruptions to daily routines.
Lok Sabha Election Phase 3: List Of States Where Schools, Colleges Are CLOSED on May 7
- Assam: Dhubri, Korajhar, Barpeta, Gauhati
- Bihar: Jhanjharpur, Supaul, Araria, Madhepura, Khagaria
- Chhattisgarh: Sarguja, Raigarh, Janjgir-Champa, Korba, Bilaspur, Durg, Raipur
- Goa: North Goa, South Goa
- Gujarat: Kachchh, Banaskantha, Patan, Mahesana, Sabarkantha, Gandhinagar, Ahmedabad East, Ahmedabad West, Surendranagar, Rajkot, Porbandar, Jamnagar, Junagadh, Amreli, Bhavnagar, Anand, Kheda, Panchmahal, Dahod, Vadodara, Chhota Udaipur, Bharuch, Bardoli, Surat, Navsari, Valsad
- Karnataka: Chikkodi, Belgaum, Bagalkot, Bijapur, Gulbarga, Raichur, Bidar, Koppal, Bellary, Haveri, Dharwad, Uttara Kannada, Davangere, Shimoga
- Madhya Pradesh: Bhind, Bhopal, Guna, Gwalior, Morena, Rajgarh, Sagar, Vidisha
- Maharashtra: Baramati, Raigad, Osmanabad, Latur (SC), Solapur (SC), Madha, Sangli, Satara, Ratnagiri-Sindhudurg, Kolhapur, HatkanangleUttar Pradesh10Sambhal, Hathras, Agra (SC), Fatehpur Sikri, Firozabad, Mainpuri, Etah, Budaun, Aonla, Bareilly
- West Bengal: Maldaha Uttar, Maldaha Dakshin, Jangipur, Murshidabad
- Dadra and Nagar Haveli/Daman and Diu: Dadra and Nagar Haveli, Daman and Diu
- Jammu and Kashmir: Anantnag-Rajouri