Elections for State Duma deputies (9th convocation), heads of eight Russian regions, and members of legislative and local government began on September 18 and will run through September 20, the Central Election Commission announced.
More than 2,200 election campaigns are taking place during this unified voting period, determining 20,707 parliamentary seats and elected offices.
The first polling stations opened in the Far East at 23:00 Moscow time. Voters may cast ballots on any of the three days between 08:00 and 20:00 local time.
CEC Chair Ella Pamfilova said the three‑day format provides an additional level of safety for all participants.
Voters abroad will also be able to cast ballots, with 333 polling stations operating across 152 countries.
