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Assam Leads Early Voter Turnout at 39%, Kerala & Puducherry Follow

Voter turnout in the first four hours of polling for the Assembly elections in Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry stood at 38.92%, 33.28%, and 37.06% respectively. Polling is underway for 126 seats in Assam, 140 in Kerala, and 30 in Puducherry, with results scheduled for May 4. In Assam, the BJP aims for a third term against a Congress challenge, while Puducherry sees a keen contest for its coalition-led government. The electoral machinery was active from early morning, with long queues reported and special provisions like home voting already utilized by nearly two lakh voters.

Key Points: Early Voter Turnout: Assam 39%, Kerala 33%, Puducherry 37%

  • High-stakes polling for 3 assemblies
  • Assam sees BJP vs Congress contest
  • Over 2 lakh voters used home voting
  • Results to be declared on May 4
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In first 4 hours, Assam records 38.92 pc voter turnout, Kerala 33.28 pc, Puducherry 37.06 pc

Assembly elections 2024: Assam records 38.92% voter turnout in first 4 hours, Kerala at 33.28%, and Puducherry at 37.06%. Polling underway for 126, 140, and 30 seats respectively.

"Nearly two lakh voters have already exercised their franchise through home voting. - Election Commission data"

New Delhi, April 9

The voter turnout in Assam Assembly elections was recorded at 38.92 per cent as of 11 a.m. on Thursday, according to data shared by the Election Commission of India. In Kerala, the turnout was recorded at 33.28 per cent while in Puducherry, it was 37.06 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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Priyanka N
Kerala's turnout at 33% by 11 AM is a bit lower than I expected. Maybe the afternoon heat is keeping people away? Hope our Malayali brothers and sisters step out and exercise their democratic duty. The mock polling preparation sounds very thorough.
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Suresh O
The home voting facility for nearly 2 lakh voters is a fantastic initiative by the EC. It shows inclusivity for senior citizens and persons with disabilities. More such steps are needed across all states.
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Ananya R
Watching the Assam contest closely. BJP going for a hat-trick vs Congress trying to make a comeback. High stakes indeed. Hope development and local issues remain the focus, not just national narratives.
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Michael C
Respectfully, while the numbers are interesting, I wish the article gave more context. Is this turnout higher or lower compared to the same time in previous elections? That data would be more meaningful for analysis.
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Kavya N
Puducherry's quiet but significant battle! A small UT but politically very interesting with the AINRC-BJP alliance. Hope the high voter turnout continues smoothly till 5 PM. Jai Hind!

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