In Chhattisgarh, filing of nominations ended for the second phase of assembly elections in 70 constituencies. A total of 1219 candidates have filed their nominations. Scrutiny of nomination papers will take place today and the last date for withdrawal of nomination papers is November 2. Polling for the second phase is scheduled on November 17.<br />''<br />''Campaigning for the first phase of assembly elections in 20 constituencies is picking up. A total of 223 candidates are in the fray in these 20 constituencies. Out of these 20 constituencies, 12 are in the Maoists-affected Bastar division. These constituencies will go to polls on November 7.<br />''<br />''Chhattisgarh has a total of 90 constituencies and assembly elections will be held in two phases.<br />