New Delhi, March 11 -- The Election Commission of India is likely to announce the dates for the parliamentary elections around March 14-15, soon after visiting Jammu and Kashmir.

During the visit, ECI officials are scheduled to meet various stakeholders, including political party representatives, and engage with civil and police administration officials in both divisions of Jammu and Kashmir. Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo recently held a meeting to discuss measures for the smooth conduct of the Lok Sabha polls, emphasizing the administration's commitment to ensuring free and fair elections with broad public participation.

The meeting addressed department-wise issues and compliance with ECI directions, with a focus on implementing necessar...