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Assam Panchayat Polls Phase 1 Sees Strong Early Turnout Amid Security Challenges

Voting is underway across 14 districts with 24.1% turnout reported by mid-morning, despite isolated incidents of violence disrupting polling at some stations.

People wait to cast their votes during the panchayat elections at Baraigram in Karimganj, Assam, on Friday. (PTI Photo)
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Nearly 60 per cent women candidates fighting panchayat polls in Assam (photo:IANS)
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Overview

  • The first phase of Assam's 2025 Panchayat elections began on May 2 in 14 districts, including Upper Assam and Barak Valley, with polling scheduled until 4:30 PM.
  • Over 1.2 lakh polling personnel and security forces, including police, BSF, and CRPF, were deployed to ensure free and fair elections at 12,916 polling stations.
  • By 11:30 AM, voter turnout reached 24.1%, reflecting strong early engagement among the 89.6 lakh eligible voters in this phase.
  • Sporadic violence was reported in districts like Cachar and Sribhumi, leading to temporary disruptions at some polling stations; additional security was deployed to restore order.
  • The BJP-led NDA had already secured 37 Zila Parishad and 288 Anchalik Panchayat seats uncontested, highlighting its strong position ahead of the polls.