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The first phase of Assam's panchayat elections saw a strong 70.19% voter turnout across 14 districts. Majuli recorded the highest participation at 80.02%, while re-polling was ordered in 43 stations due to disruptions. The State Election Commission called the process peaceful despite isolated incidents. The next phase will be held on May 7, with results expected on May 11.

Key Points: Assam Panchayat Polls Phase 1 Sees 70% Voter Turnout

  • 70.19% voter turnout recorded in 14 Assam districts
  • Majuli leads with 80.02% participation
  • Re-polling ordered in 43 polling stations
  • Second phase scheduled for May 7
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Assam: 70.19 per cent voter turnout recorded in first phase of panchayat polls

Assam records 70.19% turnout in first phase of panchayat elections, with re-polling ordered in 43 stations due to disturbances.

"Except a few polling stations where untoward incidents took place, the 1st phase Panchayat Election, 2025, completed peacefully – Assam State Election Commission"

Guwahati, May 3

The first phase of panchayat elections in Assam was conducted on Friday in 14 districts of the state. The 14 districts include Tinsukia, Dibrugarh, Sivasagar, Charaideo, Jorhat, Majuli, Golaghat, Lakhimpur, Dhemaji, Biswanath, Sonitpur, Cachar, Hailakandi and Sribhumi.

As per the data of the Assam State Election Commission, 64.71 per cent voter turnout recorded in Tinsukia district while 68 per cent voter turnout recorded in Dibrugarh, 71.02 per cent in Charaideo, 72.56 per cent in Sivasagar, 80.02 per cent in Majuli, 72.15 per cent in Jorhat, 69.92 per cent in Golaghat, 77.14 per cent in Dhemaji, 71 per cent in Lakhimpur, 61 per cent in Sonitpur, 64.51 per cent in Biswanath, 73 per cent in Cachar, 73.5 per cent in Hailakandi and 64.10 per cent in Sribhumi district.

The overall voter turnout in this phase was recorded at 70.19%.

The Commission also announced that re-polling will be conducted at 43 polling stations due to disturbances. These include 31 stations in Hailakandi, 8 in Sribhumi, 2 in Lakhimpur, and one each in Golaghat and Majuli.

"Except a few polling stations where untoward incidents took place, the 1st phase Panchayat Election, 2025, completed peacefully," the Assam State Election Commission said in a press statement.

The second phase of the polls will be held on May 7 in the remaining 13 districts, and the counting of votes will take place on May 11.

The Commission affirmed that all necessary arrangements were made to ensure a free and fair election.

- ANI

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Rahul K.
Good to see such healthy voter turnout in Assam! Majuli leading with 80% shows how engaged people are in grassroots democracy. Hope the repolling goes smoothly in affected areas. 🇮🇳
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Priya M.
While 70% turnout is decent, we should aim higher. Panchayats handle crucial local issues - from water supply to roads. Every vote counts in shaping our villages' future!
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Arjun S.
Concerned about the disturbances in Hailakandi and other districts. EC should take strict action against those disrupting the democratic process. Otherwise, good job overall.
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Meena B.
My relatives in Sivasagar said voting was very smooth this time. Better arrangements than last election. Hope the second phase maintains this momentum! 🙏
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Sanjay T.
Interesting to see such variation between districts - from 61% in Sonitpur to 80% in Majuli. Wonder what factors influence this? Maybe awareness campaigns need to be targeted better.
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Neha P.
As someone from Assam, I'm proud of our democratic spirit! But EC should investigate why repolling needed in 43 stations - that's too many. Need to improve security arrangements.

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