Summary
- Over 89.5 million people will vote in the fifth phase of Lok Sabha elections across six states and two Union territories
- 49 constituencies will decide the political fate of 695 candidates, including prominent leaders like Rahul Gandhi, Rajnath Singh, and Smriti Irani
- Focus on turnout in 24 states and Union territories as voting concludes in those regions
- Heatwaves may affect voting, but Election Commission urges responsible participation