Guwahati, 26th April: As the second phase of Lok Sabha elections unfolds in Assam, citizens exercise their democratic rights across various constituencies, with reports indicating mixed voter engagement.
In the Baksa Election District, comprising 43 Tamulpur LAC and 44 Goreswar LAC, voter turnout stood at 48% and 46% respectively, as of 1 pm. Meanwhile, in Mangaldai, encompassing several constituencies, the voting percentage in Darrang Election District was reported as follows at 1 pm: Sipajhar – 53.60%, Mangaldai – 52.10%, and Dalgaon – 51.40%.
Overall, Assam witnessed a varied level of voter participation in the ongoing Lok Sabha elections. By 11 am, the state recorded an overall voter participation rate of 27.43 percent.
Leading the voter engagement was the Diphu constituency, registering the highest turnout of 30.82 percent by 11 am, indicating early and strong participation from voters in the region. Additionally, constituencies like Darrang Udalguri reported a turnout of 28.81 percent, demonstrating commendable voter interest and engagement.
However, some constituencies experienced comparatively lower voter turnout rates. Silchar recorded a turnout of 23.20 percent by 11 am, while Nagaon constituency saw a modest participation rate of 25.29 percent during the same period.