Constant elections disrupt growth, time to align all polls: ONOE JPC chief PP Chaudhary.

The article focuses on the advocacy for the "One Nation One Election" initiative, as discussed by PP Chaudhary, Chairman of the Joint Parliamentary Committee on the matter. During a meeting with political leaders from Punjab, Chaudhary emphasized the historical context of this proposal, noting that it has been considered since the late 1960s and has been the subject of various reports and discussions over the years. He highlighted the negative impacts of frequent elections on governance, public services, and economic sectors, estimating a loss of approximately Rs 5 lakh crore due to staggered elections. Chaudhary argued that simultaneous elections could enhance voter turnout and reduce electoral fraud, urging political parties to collaborate for national interest beyond party lines. [Extracted from the article]