Andhra Pradesh Minister Nara Lokesh stated that while the CM will address the demand for a CBI inquiry into the Tirupati Prasadam controversy, the issue will not end there. He emphasized the need for structural changes to prevent such incidents in the future. Lokesh also affirmed that the report is based on facts, not allegations, and action will be taken accordingly.

AAP leader Gopal Rai, reflecting on Arvind Kejriwal's statement, said the people of Haryana are seeking a change from the BJP government. He emphasized that AAP is emerging as a strong alternative in many areas, with growing public support, and expects to make a significant impact on Haryana's political landscape.

A fire erupted at a furniture shop near Dharam Kanta Multani Dhandha, under Nabi Karim Police Station. Ten fire tenders were quickly dispatched to the scene. The fire has been extinguished, and cooling operations are currently in progress, according to the Delhi Fire Service.

For the first time, refugees from West Pakistan will participate in the Assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir. District Election Officer Rajesh Sharma confirmed that there are three constituencies and 366 polling stations in Samba, with polling scheduled for the third phase. He noted, "We are fully prepared according to the Election Commission's timeline. These refugees are now normal voters and will choose their representative for the first time. Their enthusiasm is evident."

In Gujarat, train movement was temporarily halted after an unknown individual tampered with a fish plate and keys from the UP line track near Kim railway station. Fortunately, the situation was resolved, and train services on the line resumed shortly thereafter, according to the Western Railway's Vadodara Division.