Baramulla Lok Sabha constituency witnessed a voter turnout of over 54 percent till 5 pm today. Despite ongoing voting, long queues of voters were seen outside polling stations, indicating significant public engagement.
Officials reported that Srinagar recorded a voter turnout of 54.57 percent by the same time. The active participation in these regions reflects the electorate’s enthusiasm in the democratic process.
Polling in Baramulla is part of the 5th phase of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. This phase includes 49 constituencies spread across six states and two Union Territories. The states involved in this phase are crucial to the overall electoral outcomes and include some highly contested regions.
Voting has been reported to be generally peaceful, with no major incidents disrupting the process. Security forces have been deployed to ensure the smooth conduct of elections, and their presence has helped maintain order at polling stations.
The Election Commission has put in place measures to facilitate voter participation, including setting up additional polling booths and providing assistance to elderly and differently-abled voters. The high turnout in Baramulla and other regions signals robust voter engagement, crucial for the legitimacy of the electoral process.
As the day progresses, officials expect the voter turnout numbers to increase further, capturing the final wave of voters before polling ends. The results from this phase will be pivotal in shaping the next government, with the outcomes eagerly awaited by political analysts and the public alike.
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