Jammu and Kashmir Assembly Elections: 65% polling recorded till 5 pm in last phase with high voter engagement

Jammu and Kashmir Polls: As the polling stations closed at 5:00 pm today, Jammu and Kashmir witnessed a remarkable voter turnout across all 40 Assembly Constituencies. According to the Chief Electoral Officer of J&K, an impressive 65.48 percent voter participation was recorded by the evening.

Constituency-wise breakdown

The Chief Electoral Officer provided specific figures, highlighting significant voter engagement in various constituencies. Bandipora registered 63.33 percent voter turnout, while Baramulla saw 55.73 percent participation. Jammu recorded 66.79 percent turnout, Kathua 70.53 percent, Kupwara 62.76 percent, Samba 72.41 percent, and Udhampur led with 72.91 percent polling by 5:00 pm.

Positive trends in voter participation

The substantial voter turnout across Jammu and Kashmir reflects a strong democratic spirit and civic responsibility among the electorate. The elections were conducted under tight security measures to ensure a peaceful voting process amidst ongoing regional challenges.

CEO's statement

In an official statement, the Chief Electoral Officer commended the voters for their enthusiastic participation. He emphasized that the high turnout signifies the electorate's commitment to shaping the future governance of the region through democratic means.

With polling concluded, all eyes are now on the subsequent phases of the election process, including counting and declaration of results. The voter enthusiasm observed today sets a positive precedent for future electoral engagements in the region. Stay updated with our latest reports on the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly Elections as we bring you comprehensive coverage of the voting trends and political developments.