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Assam's Second Phase of Panchayat Polls Concludes Peacefully Across 13 Districts

With over 42% turnout by midday, the grassroots elections saw robust participation and smooth conduct, with results expected on May 11.

Panchayat elections
Panchayat Poll

Overview

  • Polling for the second phase of Assam's 2025 Panchayat elections was held on May 7 across 13 districts, including Kamrup, Nagaon, and Morigaon.
  • The Assam State Election Commission reported a peaceful voting process with no major disturbances or incidents of violence.
  • Voter turnout reached 42.31% by 1:30 PM, with Morigaon leading at 49.53% and Dhubri recording the lowest participation at 35.57%.
  • Over 91.3 lakh voters were eligible to decide the fate of 29,608 candidates contesting for various local governance positions.
  • Repolling, if necessary, is scheduled for May 9, while the counting of votes for both phases will take place on May 11.