September 18, 2024 3:12 PM

J-K records 41.17 % turnout as of 1 pm in first phase of polls

Jammu and Kashmir has reported a voter turnout of 41.17% as of 1 PM in the first phase of the assembly elections, according to the Election Commission of India (ECI). According to the ECI, Kishtwar recorded a 56.86% turnout followed by Doda 50.81%, Ramban 49.68%, Kulgam 39.91%, Shopian 38.72%, Anantnag 37.90% and Pulwama 29.84%. Voting began at 7 AM and is set to continue until 6 PM across the Union Territory. A brief suspension of voting occurred at a polling station in Bagwan Mohalla, Kishtw...