'One Nation, One Election will speed up development,' says Haryana CM Saini

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Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Sunday said the One Nation, One Election initiative would help accelerate India's development and reduce election-related expenses.

Gurugram (Haryana) [India], June 15 (HBTV): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Sunday said the One Nation, One Election initiative would help accelerate India's development and reduce election-related expenses. Speaking at a marathon organised in support of the proposal, CM Saini stated that frequent elections stall growth and disrupt governance momentum.

He said the initiative reflects Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision to streamline governance and strengthen democratic participation across the country.

The marathon, held in Gurugram, was aimed at promoting the idea of holding simultaneous elections across India. Chief Minister Saini remarked that the event symbolised more than just a race, describing it as a public expression of a collective resolution for national transformation.

‘The main objective of today's race is to dedicate it to the important idea of One Nation, One Election. This is not just a marathon but an important step towards change—it is a resolution, a movement,’ the Chief Minister declared.

He further said, ‘Today's event will give impetus to the idea of One Nation, One Election. This idea is not just an issue of administrative convenience. It is an effort to further strengthen the democratic consciousness of India.’

Highlighting the disruption caused by frequent elections, CM Saini noted that Haryana had been in election mode since April 13, which he said has slowed the pace of governance and development.

‘In Haryana, we are in election mode from 13 April 2024. The pace of development stops. The Prime Minister's vision is that we have to become a developed nation, so One Nation, One Election will play an important role in that and the country will move forward at a fast pace,’ he said.

CM Saini further added that the initiative would significantly reduce costs and help the country advance towards becoming a developed nation. ‘We all should support this call,’ he said.

The Constitution Amendment Bill on One Nation, One Election, currently under review by the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC), proposes aligning the election cycles of the Lok Sabha and state assemblies.

(ANI)