<h1>Former President Advocates 'One Nation, One Election' to Reduce Costs and Disruptions; High-Level Panel Supports Initiative.</h1> A former president highlighted the importance of the 'one nation, one election' concept, arguing that frequent elections disrupt development and strain the economy. He noted that elections every three years cost the country Rs 5-7 lakh crore and affect education due to the deployment of teachers for election duties. A high-level panel recommended simultaneous elections for the Lok Sabha and state assemblies, with local body polls synchronized within 100 days. Two related bills have been introduced in the Lok Sabha. The initiative is supported by a deputy chief minister and a retired Supreme Court judge, emphasizing economic and political benefits.