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Assam, Kerala, Puducherry See High Voter Turnout in Key Assembly Polls

Voter turnout in the ongoing Assembly elections has been robust across Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry. By 1 PM, Assam recorded nearly 60% turnout, while Kerala saw nearly half of its 2.71 crore electorate cast their votes. Puducherry's turnout stood at 56.83% as polling continues until 5 PM. The results for all 296 seats across the three regions will be announced on May 4.

Key Points: High Voter Turnout in Assam, Kerala, Puducherry Assembly Elections

  • Assam turnout at 59.63%
  • Kerala sees nearly 50% voting by 1 PM
  • Puducherry records 56.83% turnout
  • Results to be declared on May 4
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Assam records nearly 60 pc voter turnout so far, Puducherry at 56.83 pc

Voter turnout crosses 50% in Kerala and nears 60% in Assam as polling for crucial state assembly elections proceeds. Results due May 4.

"The final turnout could challenge long-standing records. - Election Commission data"

New Delhi, April 9

The voter turnout in Assam Assembly elections was recorded at 59.63 per cent and in Puducherry at 56.83 per cent as of 1 p.m. on Thursday, according to data shared by the Election Commission of India.

Meanwhile, in Kerala, the high-stakes Assembly election gathered remarkable momentum, with nearly 50 per cent of the state's 2.71 crore electorate having exercised their franchise by 1 p.m., raising expectations that the final turnout could challenge long-standing records. The turnout stood at 49.70 per cent.

Polling for the high-stakes Assembly elections in Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry commenced at 7 a.m. earlier in the day.

The polling is underway for 126 Assembly seats in Assam, 140 in Kerala, and 30 in Puducherry. The results will be announced on May 4.

In Kerala, around 2.71 crore voters are set to determine who will govern the state. Even before dawn broke, the electoral machinery was in motion. By 5.30 a.m., the state's 30,471 polling booths had sprung to life, with officials initiating mandatory mock polling procedures.

Notably, nearly two lakh voters have already exercised their franchise through home voting.

Despite the formal end of campaigning, the final hours saw candidates across all three fronts in a last-mile scramble meeting overlooked voters and key influencers to secure every possible vote, underscoring the unusually high stakes and palpable anticipation surrounding this election.

In Assam, the main competition is between the BJP and Congress. The incumbent BJP is aiming for a third consecutive term, while the Congress seeks to regain power since 2016.

Voting commenced in a single phase at 7 a.m. and will run until 5 p.m. Long lines of voters were seen outside polling stations from early in the morning. Assam's 126-member Assembly will conclude its term on May 20.

Polling commenced smoothly across the Union Territory of Puducherry on Thursday morning, with voters turning out steadily at booths to elect representatives to the 30-member Assembly.

The election assumes significance as the Union Territory is currently governed by a coalition led by the All India N.R. Congress (AINRC), headed by Chief Minister N. Rangasamy, with support from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

A keen contest is expected, with all major political formations vying for control. Chief Electoral Officer P. Jawahar said the administration had made comprehensive preparations to ensure a free and fair poll.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Assam's numbers are promising. The BJP's development work versus Congress's promises... it's a tight race. As a citizen, I just hope whoever wins focuses on infrastructure and jobs for the youth.
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Sarah B
The home voting facility for nearly 2 lakh people in Kerala is a fantastic and inclusive initiative by the ECI. Makes democracy accessible for the elderly and disabled. More states should promote this awareness.
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Arjun K
Puducherry's turnout is decent but could be better. It's a small UT, every vote has a huge impact. Hope people there choose stability and not get swayed by last-minute promises. The AINRC-BJP combine has done okay work.
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Karthik V
Respectfully, while turnout is important, the quality of campaigning matters too. The article mentions "last-mile scramble"... sometimes this leads to unverified claims and cash distribution. ECI must be extra vigilant.
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Meera T
Kerala elections are always so intense! Almost 50% by afternoon is amazing. As a Malayali, I'm proud of our political awareness. Waiting for May 4th now. Hoping for a government that works for all communities.

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