GUWAHATI: Assam turned out third in position as per voter turnout percentage on the first phase of LS Polls 2024, among the states going for voting today, April 19.
The inaugural phase of Lok Sabha elections in Assam unfolded smoothly, covering five constituencies: Lakhimpur, Dibrugarh, Jorhat, Sonitpur, and Kaziranga.
With efficient execution, the voting process emerged without any incidents of unrest or breaches of law and order, reassuring the electorate of a fair and democratic electoral exercise.
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As the clock struck 7 PM, the voter turnout surged to an impressive 71.38% across the state.
Notably, women constituents emerged as the driving force behind this surge, outnumbering their male counterparts in all five constituencies.
The statistics reveal a compelling narrative of inclusivity with a significant presence of 43,64,859 female voters compared to 42,82,887 male voters, while there are 123 voters from the third gender.
With this, Assam grabs the third position among the States in India, as far as Voter turnout percentage is concerned.
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While the voting process was slated to commence from 7 AM to 6 PM, certain polling centers encountered delays due to technical glitches with Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs).
These hiccups, although temporary, underscored the need for stringent measures to ensure the seamless functioning of electoral machinery.
Malfunctions were reported at various locations, including educational institutions and community centers in Lakhimpur's Bihpuria, Demow, Rangapara, Mariani, and Teok. Despite these challenges, the Election Commission swiftly addressed the issues.
Similarly, a vehicle ferrying an EVM faced an unexpected mishap in Lakhimpur constituency when it partially submerged in a river due to a sudden rise in water level.
The incident occurred en route to the Amarpur area in Sadiya, where the EVM was slated for replacement following the detection of a technical glitch during the morning polling session.
However, the intervention of authorities ensured that the situation was promptly brought under control, averting any potential disruption to the voting process.
Amidst these developments, the Northeastern states emerged as beacons of exemplary civic engagement, recording higher voter turnout compared to their counterparts in the first phase of Lok Sabha Elections on April 19.
