J&K Assembly Elections: 57% Voter Turnout in Phase 2

In the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections held on Wednesday, September 25, 2024. Voter turnout was enthusiastic, with over 56% of voters casting their ballots. Across 26 Assembly segments by 7 p.m., according to the Election Commission of India (EC). The Reasi district recorded the highest voting percentage at 74.7%, closely followed by Poonch at 73.8%. Srinagar, which has often seen lower voter participation in the past. Exceeded its turnout figures from the Lok Sabha elections by more than 5%.

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The day saw voters arriving at polling stations early in the morning. With most booths witnessing significant turnout throughout the day. A total of 3,502 polling stations were set up across the region, and no incidents were reported that would require a repoll. According to Jammu and Kashmir Chief Electoral Officer P.K. Pole. He also highlighted that no polling booth recorded a voter turnout in the single digits, signaling widespread participation across the region.

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Election Commission Praises Peaceful Polling and High Turnout

The Election Commission expressed satisfaction with the conduct of the elections, emphasizing that the polling process had been peaceful and without any major disruptions. The higher turnout in regions like Srinagar is seen as a positive indicator of increased voter engagement in Jammu and Kashmir, where electoral participation has been inconsistent in previous years.

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This significant voter turnout reflects the public’s keen interest in shaping the future of the region. The peaceful nature of the elections, coupled with the high percentage of participation, underscores the success of the polling day, which saw citizens actively exercising their democratic rights in a largely trouble-free environment.

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