"Inside India's Epic 44-Day Election: A Visual Guide to the World's Largest Democracy"

India's general elections, involving nearly 970 million eligible voters, will take 44 days due to the country's vast size and complex logistics, with the Election Commission ensuring a voting booth is available within 1.2 miles of every voter. The elections will be held over seven phases, with security being a key reason for the multiphase approach. Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeks a third term, with his party expected to win comfortably, and key campaign issues include the cost of living, corruption, federalism, and minority rights.