VOTER TURNOUT IN BIHAR
Lok Sabha polls: Overall voter turnout reduces to 65.79 per cent in 2024 from record high of 67.40 per cent in 2019
The 2024 Lok Sabha elections saw a voter turnout of 65.79%, with Assam leading at 81.56% and Bihar at 56.19%. India set a global benchmark with 64.2 crore voters, surpassing G7 nations' total by 1.5 times, including 31.2 crore women. Only 39 re-polls were needed, a significant decrease from 2019.
Reservation scrapping threat, candidate selection among factors for BJP losses
The BJP has been in a difficult position in the 18th Lok Sabha, failing to cross the halfway mark of 272 votes. The party's dismal performance is attributed to several factors, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi's popularity, mistakes in candidate selection across states, and the growing perception among Dalits that the BJP will re-write the constitution if it achieves a "400 par" target. Apathy among the BJP's ranks and the induction of leaders from other parties at the rate of almost one per day in the last few weeks further fueled their anger.
BJP's Post-Election Analysis: Candidate selection errors, Dalit perception, and apathy among key factors
The BJP is analyzing its performance in the 18th Lok Sabha elections, where it fell short of the 272-seat mark. While Prime Minister Narendra Modi's popularity remains strong, the party attributes its disappointing performance to candidate selection errors and a perception among Dalits that the BJP aims to change the constitution if it achieves a "400 seat" target. Apathy among BJP workers, fueled by a lack of competition perception, also played a role. The induction of leaders from other parties dampened worker spirits, and a quarter of BJP candidates were turncoats, diminishing cadre enthusiasm. Additionally, fears of the BJP rewriting the constitution if it achieved over a 2/3rd majority affected its performance, notably in Uttar Pradesh.
70% seats won by Congress saw high voter turnout
The Congress' resurgence in Lok Sabha elections is marked by high voter turnout in its winning constituencies. Key victories include Rahul Gandhi in Wayanad and Pradyut Bordoloi in Nagaon, reflecting a trend of strong voter support for the party.
How accurate are exit polls? Here are six times when exit poll predictions proved wrong
Exit Polls Exit polls, often viewed as indicators of election results, can be significantly inaccurate. Notable instances include the 2004 and 2014 Lok Sabha elections, 2017 UP Assembly elections, and the 2015 Bihar and Delhi Assembly elections, where exit polls greatly diverged from actual outcomes. Recent 2023 Chhattisgarh elections also saw BJP's unexpected victory, defying exit poll predictions favoring Congress.
Phase 7 Lok Sabha Elections 2024: 62% voter participation recorded in final phase
In the final phase of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, West Bengal led with a voter turnout of 69.89% till 5 pm, followed by Jharkhand at 67.95% and Himachal Pradesh at 66.56%. The overall turnout was 58.34%. Voting covered 57 constituencies across seven states and Chandigarh. Results will be announced on June 4.
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Lok Sabha Polls: Phase 7 turnout nears 60%; overall polling 1.25% lower than in 2019
Wrapping up the Lok Sabha election 2024 , 57 parliamentary seats cast their vote in the final round of the election on Saturday registering a near 59.50 % turnout vis a vis the 65.3% in 2019 for the same phase. The overall voter turnout for the 2024 general elections appears to be near 1.25 percentage points lower than the 2019 Lok Sabha polls when a record turnout was registered at 67.4%- the highest recorded Lok Sabha voter turnout in India so far.
Phase 7 Elections: Violence erupts in West Bengal, EVMs thrown into pond
Phase 7 Elections: The West Bengal Chief Electoral Office posted on X, "Today morning at 6.40 am Reserve EVMs & papers of Sector Officer near Benimadhavpur FP school, at 129-Kultali AC of 19-Jaynagar (SC) PC have been looted by a local mob and 1 CU, 1 BU, 2 VVPAT machines have been thrown inside a pond...FIR has been lodged by the Sector Officer and necessary action has been initiated. The poll process in all six booths under the Sector is running uninterrupted. Fresh EVM and papers have been provided to the Sector Officer."
Lok Sabha Elections: Sixth phase records 63.37 per cent voter turnout
The sixth phase of Lok Sabha elections saw a 63.37 per cent voter turnout across 58 seats in eight states and Union Territories. This data was released by the Election Commission of India on Tuesday. A total of 889 candidates from Bihar, Haryana, Jammu and Kashmir, Jharkhand, Delhi, Odisha, Uttar Pradesh, and West Bengal participated in this phase.
In a ‘no-option’ election, despite absence of a Modi wave, he remains the central factor: Neerja Chowdhury
Neerja Chowdhury says: "While the voices of dissatisfaction against BJP government have increased, whether it is with unemployment, rising prices, Agniveers programme, exam leaks, a whole host of issues. But it did not look like an anger election, what is called dissatisfaction versus anger and that makes a lot of difference."
2024 Lok Sabha elections: 51 seats see less than 55% turnout compared to 30 in 2019 polls
Final data across five phases of Lok Sabha elections shows lower voter turnout in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Gujarat, Rajasthan, and Maharashtra. Reasons for the dip will be examined, said a senior ECI official.
Bihar: 55.45 pc voter turnout at close of polling in eight Lok Sabha seats
Lok Sabha polls in Bihar's eight constituencies saw a 55.45% provisional voter turnout, slightly lower than 2019. Paschim Champaran had the highest turnout at 59.75%.
Lok Sabha Elections 2024 voter turnout: 58.91% turnout recorded in phase 6 as of 7 pm
Phase 6 voter turnout: As of 7 PM, the sixth phase of Lok Sabha elections recorded a voter turnout of 58.91%, with West Bengal leading at 78.91% and Uttar Pradesh at the lowest with 43.95%. Voting started at 7 AM across 58 constituencies in six states and two Union Territories and will continue until 6 PM. This phase covers eight seats in Bihar, 10 in Haryana, one in Jammu and Kashmir, four in Jharkhand, seven in Delhi, six in Odisha, 14 in Uttar Pradesh, and eight in West Bengal, with 889 candidates contesting.
Delhiites brave the searing heat to cast votes; no heatwave threat seen
In the scorching heat of the capital, Delhiites are participating in the sixth phase of the Lok Sabha elections 2024 today. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a 'yellow' alert for Delhi, indicating potential heatwave conditions in isolated areas like Najafgarh and Pusa. Concerns have been raised about the heatwave affecting voter turnout, especially in Delhi and neighbouring Haryana. By 11 am, voter turnout in Delhi reached 21.69 per cent, slightly below the average. The IMD forecasts mainly clear skies with surface winds of 25 to 35 kilometres per hour during the day, along with warm nights at isolated places.
"We will reveal this one day and show how people are misled": CEC Rajiv on SC's verdict on voter turnout data
Kumar commited to addressing concerns about the integrity of the electoral process and stated, "What's the play here, why are doubts created, and why are suspicions raised, we will reveal all of this one day and show everyone how people are misled. How doubts arise in people's minds that maybe the EVMs are not working properly, maybe the voting list is incorrect, or maybe the voting numbers have been manipulated. The Supreme Court has given its answer yesterday, but we will also give our answer, and we will definitely give it."
Lok Sabha phase 5 voter turnout: EC shares updated numbers three days after voting; recorded at 62.2%
The Election Commission has released updated turnout figures for the fifth phase of Lok Sabha elections 2024, showing 62.2% in 49 constituencies. West Bengal had the highest turnout at 78.45%, followed by Odisha and Ladakh at 73.50% and 71.82% respectively. Bihar and Maharashtra had the least turnout at 56.76 and 56.89% respectively.
"Gratitude to all those who voted in 5th phase": PM Modi, says, 'INDI alliance discredited, dejected'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed gratitude to voters in the 5th phase of the 2024 elections, stating that the support for the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) is strengthening. He asserted that the people of India have chosen a strong NDA government. Modi also criticized the INDI Alliance, calling them "discredited and dejected." The fifth phase of polling witnessed a voter turnout of 60.09% across various states and Union Territories. The 2024 Lok Sabha elections are being held in seven phases, with results expected on June 4.
Mumbai records low voter turnout despite celebrity presence
Several Bollywood celebrities and industrialists made their way to polling booths to cast their votes and encourage Mumbai residents to do the same. Notable figures such as Union Minister Piyush Goyal, industrialist Anil Ambani, and actor Akshay Kumar voted early in the day. Later, film industry stars like Paresh Rawal, Shahid Kapoor, Sanya Malhotra, Rajkumar Rao, Janhvi Kapoor, Anupam Kher, and Manoj Bajpayee were seen at various polling stations across the city. Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar and star batter Suryakumar Yadav also cast their votes, along with expectant parents Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh.
Voter turnout in phase 5 of 2024 Lok Sabha elections at 60.48%
The voting process, held under tight security, saw varying levels of voter turnout, with West Bengal recording the highest at 73% and Maharashtra the lowest at 48.88%. Overall, voter turnout was 57.41%. Eligible voters included over 8.95 crore individuals, with a notable presence of prominent political leaders contesting.
Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Anil Ambani, actor Akshay Kumar among notable personalities to cast vote in phase 5
The fifth phase of the Lok Sabha elections 2024 has begun, with notable personalities like Anil Ambani and Akshay Kumar casting their votes. The polls will decide the fate of 695 candidates in 49 constituencies across six states and two union territories. Key contests include those in Amethi and Raebareli, traditional Congress strongholds in Uttar Pradesh. Union Minister Piyush Goyal and actor Farhan Akhter also cast their votes.
"Vote in record numbers": PM Modi appeals voters to cast franchise in festival of democracy
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah have both urged voters to cast their ballots in record numbers for the fifth phase of the Lok Sabha elections. Modi urged women and young voters to participate enthusiastically in the festival of democracy, while Shah appealed to voters to elect a visionary leadership that will enhance the nation's pride. The stage is set for interesting battles across eight states and union territories, with some seats turning into prestige contests for political dynasties and senior leaders seeking to retain their influence.
Turnout's turning out all right
Out of the 17 Lok Sabha elections starting from 1951, voter turnout exceeded 60% on only seven occasions. The threshold of 65% was reached only in 2014 and 2019. Despite concerns about declining turnout, the first four phases of the current elections have recorded a turnout of 66.95%. In terms of absolute numbers, 451 million people have already cast their votes. The addition of postal ballots on counting day is expected. If this turnout rate continues in the remaining three phases, 2024 could mark only the third general election to surpass the 65% mark.
Bihar: Polling for 5 Lok Sabha seats peaceful, 56.85 pc voter turnout recorded
In the fourth phase of Bihar Lok Sabha elections, peaceful polling occurred in five parliamentary seats with a 56.85% voter turnout. The electoral fate of 55 candidates was sealed by 95.83 lakh voters.
Normal to below normal temperatures likely in regions going to polls on Monday
IMD predicts normal temperatures for Lok Sabha elections' fourth phase. EC extends Telangana poll hours for better turnout. Over 19 lakh officials at 1.92 lakh stations for 17.70 crore voters. Polling in multiple states.
D-Street spooked by lower voter turnout in Lok Sabha elections. Does BJP need to worry about it?
India's general election nears midway with falling voter turnout, prompting concerns about disengagement. Lower participation, though not favoring either side, questions ruling Bharatiya Janata Party’s support. Factors include lack of excitement, completed objectives, heat waves, and Covid-19 effects. Analysts debate significance, with efforts underway to boost participation.
Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Assam's Dhubri sees highest turnout so far, Bihar's Nawada posts lowest
Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Amidst ongoing elections, voter turnout has been a focal point of analysis, with Dhubri constituency in Assam leading the charts with a remarkable 92.1% turnout during the third phase. Conversely, Nawada in Bihar recorded the lowest turnout at 43.2%. Here's all you need to know.
60 pc turnout in 5 Bihar Lok Sabha seats; two officials on poll duty die of heart attack
Bihar's Lok Sabha phase 3 saw peaceful polling with a 60% turnout. Deaths by cardiac arrest, EVM damage in Khagaria. Also, voting in Madhepura. Home guard deaths, security deployment, and liquor recovery highlighted.
BJP is not a family party, says Bihar deputy CM Samrat Choudhary
Talking about JDU joining the NDA again, Choudhary said the alliance is natural with a strong vote bank. While the BJP is highlighting the passing of The Women Reservation Bill in Parliament, out of the 17 seats, BJP is contesting in Bihar, the party has not given a ticket to a woman in the state.
NDA, India Bloc mobilise voters after dismal Phase-I turnout in Bihar
Both the ruling NDA and the opposition INDIA bloc are aiming to boost voter turnout in the second phase of the general election following low turnout in the first phase in Bihar. The second phase on April 26 covers five Lok Sabha constituencies in the Seemanchal region - Katihar, Kishanganj, Purnia, Bhagalpur, and Banka. The NDA's JD (U) is contesting all five seats, while the Congress is contesting three and the RJD two. The BJP, though not contesting, is actively working to increase turnout, deploying workers and senior leaders for voter outreach.
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