As the electoral process unfolds in Delhi for the Lok Sabha elections, voters and political figures alike are actively participating in the democratic exercise. Here are the latest live updates, voter turnout statistics, and notable events from the ongoing polling:
1. Voter Turnout and Phase Details:
- As of 11:00 AM, the voter turnout stands at 21.69% in Phase 6 of the Delhi Lok Sabha elections.
- All seven parliamentary seats in Delhi are polling in this phase, along with constituencies across six states and two Union territories.
- A total of 58 seats are up for grabs, with 889 candidates vying for victory.
2. Political Dynamics and Seat-sharing Agreements:
- The ruling BJP, with a 100% strike rate in the national capital in previous national polls, faces competition from the AAP and the Congress.
- Under a seat-sharing agreement, the AAP is contesting four seats, while the Congress has fielded candidates on three seats in Delhi.
3. Notable Figures Casting Votes:
- Prominent political figures such as CM Arvind Kejriwal, BJP’s Arun Singh, former spokesperson Nupur Sharma, and others have cast their votes.
- CM Kejriwal’s father, Govind Ram Kejriwal, emphasized the importance of voting and appealed for safety and well-being.
- BJP candidate Manoj Tiwari urged voters to support the party and emphasized the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
4. Voter Feedback and Concerns:
- Some voters expressed dissatisfaction with polling booth facilities amid the heatwave, citing long waiting times and inadequate amenities such as drinking water.
- Concerns were raised about the conduct of polling officers and police personnel, with reports of rudeness and scolding towards voters.
5. Key Constituencies and Turnout Figures:
- Among the parliamentary segments, North East Delhi recorded the highest turnout at 24.49% till 11:00 AM.
- Seat-wise turnout figures indicate varying levels of participation across Chandni Chowk, East Delhi, New Delhi, North West Delhi, South Delhi, and West Delhi.
6. Prominent Voting Locations and Political Commentary:
- Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi cast their votes, emphasizing the importance of democratic participation.
- AAP leader Sanjay Singh appealed to voters to strengthen democracy and the Constitution, urging support for the INDIA alliance.
7. Infrastructure and Precautionary Measures:
- To alleviate the effects of the heatwave, polling booths have deployed air coolers to provide relief to voters.
- President Droupadi Murmu also exercised her voting right, highlighting the significance of citizen engagement in the electoral process.
8. Calls for Vigilance and Result Anticipation:
- AAP’s Saurabh Bharadwaj urged the Election Commission to monitor election day closely to ensure smooth conduct.
- He emphasized the importance of reflecting ground realities in the election results, which are anticipated to be announced on June 4.
As the day progresses, voters continue to exercise their franchise, shaping the democratic landscape of Delhi and contributing to the nation’s political discourse. Stay tuned for further updates on this pivotal electoral event.
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