77.68% Voter Turnout Recorded by Noon in Hyderabad Local Body MLC Elections
Voting underway smoothly across designated polling stations
Officials report steady turnout from early morning hours
Polling to continue until 4 PM; counting scheduled for April 24
The Hyderabad Local Body MLC elections witnessed a significant voter turnout with 77.68% polling recorded by 12 noon on Wednesday. Election officials reported that voting began on time at all designated polling stations and has proceeded smoothly so far.
From the early hours, voters were seen lining up to cast their votes, including elected representatives from urban local bodies and municipal wards eligible for this election. Officials from the State Election Commission stated that security arrangements were in place to ensure free and fair polling.
The polling will continue until 4 PM. Following the closure of voting, the ballot boxes will be securely transported for counting, which is scheduled to take place on April 24.
Political observers are closely watching the outcome, as it could indicate the shifting political preferences within urban local body representatives. The final turnout figure is expected to be higher as voting continues through the afternoon.