India’s Election Amidst Heatwave: Modi Urges Turnout, Gandhi Seeks Re-election
India’s extensive six-week election resumed amidst a scorching heatwave, with voters turning out despite soaring temperatures. Prime Minister Narendra Modi urges record turnout, emphasizing the importance of voting in the sweltering conditions.
The second round of voting faces heatwave challenges, particularly in Bihar, Karnataka, and Uttar Pradesh. Concerns about voter turnout prompted the formation of a task force to address heatwave impact. Meanwhile, opposition leader Rahul Gandhi seeks re-election in Kerala, highlighting the duty to protect democracy. India’s Supreme Court rejects petitions for changes to the vote-counting process, emphasizing evidence-based improvements.
India’s Election Amidst Heatwave: Modi Urges Turnout, Gandhi Seeks Re-election