Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Dec 12: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) national general secretary, Tarun Chugh welcomed the Union Cabinet’s landmark approval of the One Nation, One Election (ONOE) describing it as a transformative step towards strengthening India’s democracy and governance.
Chugh lauded Prime Minister, Narendra Modi’s visionary leadership in spearheading this reform, which aims to synchronize elections for the Lok Sabha, State Assemblies, and local bodies across the country. He emphasized that ONOE will streamline India’s electoral process, reduce financial and administrative burdens, and enhance democratic participation.
“One Nation, One Election is a game-changing initiative that reflects Prime Minister, Modi’s commitment to building a more efficient and participative democracy. By aligning electoral cycles, we will not only save significant resources but also eliminate the disruptions caused by frequent elections,” Chugh said.
Chugh highlighted the historical context of simultaneous elections in India, which were held between 1952 and 1967. By adopting ONOE, we are taking a decisive step towards a more stable governance framework and fostering greater democratic engagement,” he added.
Chugh also underlined the significant financial savings anticipated from ONOE, pointing out that simultaneous elections could drastically reduce the Rs 60,000 crore spent by political parties and the Rs 10,000 crore incurred by the Government every five years. These savings, he said, could be redirected toward developmental initiatives that directly benefit citizens.
Calling ONOE a historic reform, Chugh said, “This initiative will make India’s democracy not only the largest but also the most efficient in the world. It marks a new era of governance and accountability.”
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