Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has recently suggested that India’s GDP could witness a growth of 1.5% if simultaneous elections are held across the nation. The proposal for ‘one nation, one election’ aims at streamlining the electoral process, leading to cost-saving benefits and efficiency improvements. Sitharaman underscored the advantages of simultaneous polls by pointing out increased voter turnout in past instances and the endorsement of the concept by various stakeholders. She emphasized the potential resource savings and the ability to redirect funds towards crucial welfare programs. The move towards synchronized elections is seen as a strategic step to enhance governance and economic development in the country.