Voting is underway in 49 constituencies across six states and two Union territories for the fifth phase of Lok Sabha Elections 2024. As of 11 am, voter turnout was 23.6%, with West Bengal leading at 33%. Prominent candidates include Rahul Gandhi, Smriti Irani, and Rajnath Singh. The BJP aims to secure a third term under PM Modi, facing opposition from the Congress-led INDIA bloc.