Telangana Assembly polls: 8.52 pc voter turnout recorded till 9 am
Telangana witnessed an 8.52 percent voter turnout in the ongoing assembly polls till 9 am, according to the Election Commission of India. Adilabad recorded the highest turnout at 13.50 percent, followed by Jagtial at 10.82 percent and Jogulamba Gadwal at 12.02 percent. The polling for the 119 assembly constituencies began this morning, with a total of 2,290 candidates from various parties in the fray. The results of the Telangana polls will be announced on December 3, along with the results of Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and Mizoram elections.
Political leaders from different parties have urged the people of Telangana to exercise their voting rights. Prime Minister Narendra Modi called upon the citizens to participate in the festival of democracy and vote in record numbers. Congress MP Rahul Gandhi also appealed to the Telangana people to come out and vote in large numbers to build a better future for the state.
The ruling Bharat Rashtra Samithi (TRS) has fielded candidates in all 119 seats, while the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Jana Sena Party are contesting in 111 and eight seats respectively. The Congress party has given one seat to its ally, the Communist Party of India (CPI), and is fighting for the remaining 118 seats. The All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) has put forward candidates from nine seats.
The Telangana assembly elections have drawn attention with its high-stakes contest among multiple parties. The voter turnout until 9 am indicates an initial level of participation, but time will reveal the final numbers and the fate of the candidates. As the day progresses, polling stations across the state are expected to witness an increase in voter turnout. The Election Commission of India is closely monitoring the entire electoral process to ensure a fair and transparent election.
The results of the Telangana assembly polls will have a significant impact on the state’s political landscape. The decision of the voters will shape the future governance and policies of Telangana. The counting of votes will take place on December 3, providing a comprehensive picture of the electoral outcome in Telangana and the other four states. Until then, all eyes remain on the state as the polls continue throughout the day.
As the day unfolds, more voters are expected to exercise their franchise, deciding the course of Telangana’s political future. The assembly elections serve as a crucial opportunity for citizens to express their opinions and choose the leaders who will represent their aspirations. With a diverse range of candidates from various parties, the onus now lies on the eligible voters to make an informed choice and shape the destiny of Telangana.
Disclaimer: The voter turnout and percentages mentioned above are as per the information provided by the Election Commission of India. The final data may vary as the elections progress throughout the day.
