APRIL 5: On Saturday, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman rubbished the rumours about “One Nation One Election” by making the disclosure that it will not be implemented in the next elections.
Speaking at an event in Chennai, Sitharaman said that approx Rs 1 lakh crore was spent during Parliamentary Elections in 2024. She clarified that this huge expenditure can be saved through “One Nation One Election” concept.
If Parliamentary Elections and Assembly Polls are held held simultaneously, then 1.5 % growth can be added to Gross Domestic Product (GDP) said Finance Minister.
She emphasized that in monetary terms Rs 4.50 lakh crores will be added to nation’s economy.
Nirmala Sitharaman accused certain people spreading bogus propaganda pertaining to “One Nation One Election”.
Sitharaman clarified the “One Nation One Election” will take place post 2034 awaiting for the President’s nod.
