May 7, 2024: Gujarat, known for its vibrant political landscape, woke up to a modest 9.77% average voting turnout across 25 Lok Sabha seats in the initial two hours, as per the latest report by the Election Commission. With the sun climbing higher, concerns loomed over the impact of the soaring mercury on voter participation, raising fears that the turnout might dwindle post-noon.
PM Modi Casts Vote in Ahmedabad; 25.41% Voter Turnout for Phase 3 till 11 AM
Prime Minister Modi led by example as he cast his vote in Ahmedabad amidst the ongoing Lok Sabha Elections. The latest figures released by the Election Commission indicate a 25.41% voter turnout for Phase 3 until 11 am.
Efforts to mobilize voters surged as political parties raced against time to ensure robust participation in the ongoing polling. Special arrangements, including free transportation services from homes to polling booths, were orchestrated in several Lok Sabha constituencies to facilitate voter turnout.
Enthusiasm Amidst Oppressive Heat – PM Modi urge people in Gujarat to come out in large numbers to vote
Despite the oppressive heat, pockets of enthusiasm emerged in various constituencies. Regions such as Banaskantha, Valsad, Mehsana, Anand, Dahod, Vadodara, Chhotaudepur, Bardoli, Patan, and Gandhinagar witnessed encouraging numbers of voters exercising their franchise.
Surat Seat Goes Uncontested, Intensifying Battleground Elsewhere
The Surat seat witnessed a unique scenario as it went uncontested in favor of the BJP, intensifying the battleground between the BJP and the INDI Alliance on the remaining 25 seats.
Dynamic Clash of Ideologies in Gujarat’s Political Landscape
The political spectrum reflects a dynamic clash of ideologies and aspirations, with 25 BJP, 23 Congress, and 2 AAP candidates battling for supremacy in the electoral arena. Each candidate represents a vision, a promise, and a narrative that resonates with the electorate, shaping the future trajectory of Gujarat’s political landscape.
Voter Turnout Across India till 11 AM:
- Assam: 27.34%
- Bihar: 24.41%
- Chhattisgarh: 29.90%
- Dadra & Nagar Haveli And Daman & Diu: 24.69%
- Goa: 30.94%
- Gujarat: 24.35%
- Karnataka: 24.48%
- Madhya Pradesh: 30.21%
- Maharashtra: 18.18%
- Uttar Pradesh: 26.12%
- West Bengal: 32.82%
The ongoing Lok Sabha Elections continue to unfold across the nation, with each state witnessing its own unique blend of voter turnout and political dynamics.
