File photo: IANS NEW DELHI: The Election Commission on Monday announced that the silence period for the Assam legislative assembly elections will begin today at 5.00 pm, marking 48 hours prior to the conclusion of polling across all constituencies.In accordance with Section 126 of the Representation of the People Act, 1951, all forms of election campaigning will be prohibited during this period. This includes public meetings, rallies, processions and any other campaign-related activities.The Commission has also imposed a ban on the dissemination of election-related content through electronic and social media platforms. Canvassing via bulk SMS, phone calls and online channels will not be allowed.Further, political leaders and party workers brought in from outside constituencies, who are not registered voters there, have been instructed to leave immediately after the campaign period ends. District and police authorities have been directed to ensure strict compliance in order to maintain a free and fair electoral process, news agency ANI reported.Additionally, under Section 126(1)(b) of the Act, the display of election-related content, including opinion polls and survey results, on electronic media such as television is prohibited during the silence period.Chief Electoral Officer, Assam, Anurag Goel, urged all stakeholders to adhere to the guidelines, warning that violations would attract penal action.Meanwhile, Union minister JP Nadda said, “There is an atmosphere in favour of the BJP, in favour of the NDA. The NDA is receiving unanimous support from all sections of society. The work that Modi ji has done in Assam, the blessings he has bestowed upon Assam, and the way Himanta Biswa Sarma ji has implemented it at the grassroots level, are being welcomed by the people of Assam.”Polling in Assam will be conducted in a single phase on April 9, with counting of votes scheduled for May 4.The CEO of Kerala, Dr Rathan U Kelkar also announced on Monday that election campaigning in the state will end at 6 pm today, ahead of the Assembly polls, and outlined strict restrictions to be enforced during the 48-hour “silence period.”About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos“Saved Millions Of Lives”: Trump Repeats Explosive India-Pak Truce Claim Amid Iran WarPakistan To Repay $4.8 Billion In External Debt By June, Including $3.5 Billion To UAE: ReportJaishankar Speaks To Qatar PM, India Ramps Up Diplomatic Outreach Amid Iran EscalationUAPA Terror Case: NIA Court Sends US Citizen, 6 Ukrainians To 30-Day Judicial Custody‘Jointness To Theatre Commands Is Not Simple’: Lt Gen PJS Pannu On India’s Military ReformsModi Vs Mamata, Himanta Vs Gogoi: Why Pakistan Features In Bengal, Assam Poll RhetoricKhalistan Call In Canada Falls Flat, Low Turnout Exposes Gap Between Online Noise And Ground Reality’Left-Wing Extremism Not Over Yet’: Anand Ranganathan Warns as Amit Shah Calls India Naxal-Free’War Not A Roadblock’: Iran Envoy Fathali Says Chabahar Port Expansion Will Speed Up Post ConflictMajor Security Breach At Delhi Assembly As Car Rams Gate, Driver And Two Others Arrested123Photostories6 ultra-rare Bugatti models ever built7 painting styles that elevate your home décor with a luxurious touch4 Bhagavad Gita shlokas that help when life feels unfairNo symptoms but real risk: How prediabetes and prehypertension progress silently, and what you can do today to prevent future health issues7 vegetables to plant in April for a thriving summer harvest5 common vegetarian foods to combine with toor dal to boost protein intakeMrunal Thakur’s black organza saree look is pure fashion poetryHow to make Pizza in an air fryer in just 8 minutes for midnight munchingArti Singh on losing her mother as an infant, opens up about motherhood plans; says, “If I don’t conceive naturally, I’ll adopt—I’m an adopted child myself”10 rare and extraordinary animals you will only find in Kenya123Hot PicksLuka Doncic InjuryUpdated IPL Points TableOil PriceSilver Rate TodayLPG NewsPublic holidays April 2026Bank Holidays AprilTop TrendingRory McilroyBlake LivelyKerala pollsWest Bengal assembly electionLindsey GrahamGigi HadidAngel ReeseIPL Points TableSchool Holidays in AprilKarnataka 2nd PUC Exam Result Date
NEW DELHI: The Election Commission on Monday announced that the silence period for the Assam legislative assembly elections will begin today at 5.00 pm, marking 48 hours prior to the conclusion of polling across all constituencies.In accordance with Section 126 of the Representation of the People Act, 1951, all forms of election campaigning will be prohibited during this period. This includes public meetings, rallies, processions and any other campaign-related activities.The Commission has also imposed a ban on the dissemination of election-related content through electronic and social media platforms. Canvassing via bulk SMS, phone calls and online channels will not be allowed.Further, political leaders and party workers brought in from outside constituencies, who are not registered voters there, have been instructed to leave immediately after the campaign period ends. District and police authorities have been directed to ensure strict compliance in order to maintain a free and fair electoral process, news agency ANI reported.Additionally, under Section 126(1)(b) of the Act, the display of election-related content, including opinion polls and survey results, on electronic media such as television is prohibited during the silence period.Chief Electoral Officer, Assam, Anurag Goel, urged all stakeholders to adhere to the guidelines, warning that violations would attract penal action.Meanwhile, Union minister JP Nadda said, “There is an atmosphere in favour of the BJP, in favour of the NDA. The NDA is receiving unanimous support from all sections of society. The work that Modi ji has done in Assam, the blessings he has bestowed upon Assam, and the way Himanta Biswa Sarma ji has implemented it at the grassroots level, are being welcomed by the people of Assam.”Polling in Assam will be conducted in a single phase on April 9, with counting of votes scheduled for May 4.The CEO of Kerala, Dr Rathan U Kelkar also announced on Monday that election campaigning in the state will end at 6 pm today, ahead of the Assembly polls, and outlined strict restrictions to be enforced during the 48-hour “silence period.”
