Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray on Saturday claimed the Lok Sabha elections 2024 schedule has been prolonged to allow the anti-ruling party sentiment among people to settle down, reported news agency PTI.

As per the Election Commission of India, polls for the 18th Lok Sabha will begin on April 19 followed by subsequent phases on April 26, May 7, May 13, May 20, May 25 and June 1. Votes will be counted on June 4.