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President Murmu advocates for 'One Nation One Election' in Republic Day Eve address

New Delhi: President Droupadi Murmu endorses the 'One Nation One Election' initiative as a transformative reform aimed at enhancing governance efficiency and reducing electoral costs amid legislative challenges.

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New Delhi: President Droupadi Murmu has expressed strong support for the ambitious ‘One Nation One Election’ initiative, emphasizing its potential to transform governance in India. In her address on the eve of the 76th Republic Day, she articulated that such significant reforms require "an audacity of vision."

The Vision Behind 'One Nation One Election'

During her address, President Murmu highlighted that the proposed plan aims to synchronize parliamentary and state assembly elections, which could lead to a more efficient governance model. She stated, "Reforms of such magnitude require an audacity of vision," underscoring the transformative nature of this initiative. The President noted that the 'One Nation One Election' plan could significantly reduce what she termed "policy paralysis" and alleviate the financial burdens associated with frequent elections.

Benefits of Synchronizing Elections

The President elaborated on several advantages of implementing this plan. According to her, it would not only promote consistency in governance but also prevent resource diversion and mitigate financial strain on the state. "The 'One Nation One Election' plan can promote consistency in governance, prevent policy paralysis, mitigate resource diversion, and reduce the financial burden," she explained.

Legislative Progress and Opposition

The Modi administration introduced bills related to this initiative in Parliament last month, facing considerable opposition. Currently, these bills are under review by a joint parliamentary committee before further legislative action is taken. Despite criticism from opposition parties labeling the proposal as unconstitutional, former President Ramnath Kovind defended it by referencing historical practices where parliamentary and assembly elections were held simultaneously until 1967.

The Path Forward

To enact the bills associated with this reform, the government will need a two-thirds majority in both houses of Parliament. Additionally, certain provisions may require ratification from at least half of India's states. This legislative process highlights the complexities involved in implementing such a sweeping change to India's electoral framework.In conclusion, President Droupadi Murmu's endorsement of the 'One Nation One Election' initiative reflects a significant shift towards potentially redefined governance in India, aiming for efficiency and reduced electoral costs. 

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