The Lok Sabha has extended the tenure of the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) examining the One Nation One Election proposal until the first day of the last week of the Monsoon Session 2026. The motion was moved by P. P. Chaudhary and was passed through a voice vote.
The committee is reviewing key legislations, including the Constitution (129th Amendment) Bill, 2024, which seeks to enable simultaneous elections to the Lok Sabha and State Assemblies across India. It is also examining the Union Territories Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2024.
The extension provides additional time for the committee to assess constitutional, legal, and logistical challenges involved in synchronizing elections nationwide. It will also allow for wider consultations with experts and stakeholders.
The idea of One Nation One Election has long been debated as a reform to streamline India’s electoral process, reduce expenditure, and minimize governance disruptions caused by frequent polls. However, critics have raised concerns over federal structure, constitutional changes, and the complexity of implementing such a large-scale reform.
