Lok Sabha Elections 2024 Phase 3 Voting Live Updates: Polling peaceful; 61.45% turnout by 8 PM

Voting for the third phase of the Lok Sabha Elections 2024 was conducted today. Polling was held in 93 constituencies across as many as 11 states and Union Territories (UTs). Around 17.24 crore voters exercised their franchise today.

The Lok Sabha Elections 2024 is being held across the country in seven phases. Polling for the first phase took place on April 19, while voting for the second phase took place on April 26. Today, the third phase of polling was held. The counting of votes is on June 4.

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May 08, 2024 08:10 IST

Nearly 65 pc polling in third phase

Nearly 65 per cent voter turnout was recorded on Tuesday in the third phase of Lok Sabha elections in 93 constituencies spread over 11 states and Union Territories with stray incidents of violence in West Bengal.

Assam recorded the highest turnout at 81.71 per cent followed by West Bengal at 76.52 per cent and Goa at 75.20 per cent, while Uttar Pradesh witnessed the lowest at 57.34 per cent, with Bihar at 58.18 per cent, Gujarat at 59.51 per cent and Maharashtra at 61.44 per cent doing slightly better, according to the figures from the Election Commission at 12.15 am.

The overall voting percentage was 64.58 per cent. According to the EC, the figures are an "approximate trend" and are likely to rise as data is being collected.

May 07, 2024 21:49 IST

Overall polling at 61.45 per cent

The voter turnout for the phase three polling of General Elections 2024 which commenced on Tuesday simultaneously across 93 seats was 61.45% by 8 PM. 

Assam recorded the highest voter turnout of 75.26%, followed by Goa ( 74.27%) and West Bengal (73.93%). The lowest voter turnout was recorded in Maharashtra (54.77%). 

With the completion of this third phase voting, polling is now over in 20 states/UTs and 283 PCs. A total of 1331 candidates were in the fray in this phase.

May 07, 2024 16:35 IST

46.78 per cent voter turnout recorded till 3 pm in LS polls in UP 

Close to 47 per cent polling was recorded till 3 pm in the Lok Sabha election being held for 10 seats in Uttar Pradesh on Tuesday.
(PTI)  

May 07, 2024 16:27 IST

LS polls in Maharashtra: 42.63 pc turnout recorded till 3 pm

A voter turnout of 42.63 per cent was recorded till 3 pm in 11 of the 48 Lok Sabha constituencies in Maharashtra, where polling is underway in the third phase of the general elections on Tuesday, election authorities said.
(PTI)  

May 07, 2024 16:11 IST

54.09 pc polling till 3 pm in nine LS seats of Madhya Pradesh

A voter turnout of 54.09 per cent was recorded till 3 pm in nine Lok Sabha seats of Madhya Pradesh, where polling is underway in the third phase of the general elections on Tuesday, an election official said.

Of the nine seats, Betul recorded 59.63 per cent voting, Bhind 44.18 per cent, Bhopal 50.16 per cent, Guna 60.16 per cent, Gwalior 49.6 per cent, Morena 48.23 per cent, Rajgarh 63.69 per cent, Sagar 53.08 per cent and Vidisha 59.87 per cent, the official said.

May 07, 2024 16:05 IST

Bengal: 63.11 pc turnout recorded in four LS seats till 3pm

By 3 pm on Tuesday, West Bengal's third phase of general elections recorded a turnout of 63.11% across four Lok Sabha seats. Murshidabad saw the highest participation at 65.40%, followed by Maldaha Dakshin (62.90%), Jangipur (62.57%), and Maldaha Uttar (61.50%). Additionally, the Bhagawangola assembly seat in Murshidabad, conducting a bypoll, witnessed a 61.18% turnout. With 73,37,651 eligible voters, including 36,12,395 women, and 154 third-gender individuals, the election features 57 candidates. To maintain fairness, the Election Commission deployed 334 central force companies and 13,600 state police personnel.

May 07, 2024 16:03 IST

54.20 % voter turnout till 3 pm in 14 LS segments in Karnataka

An estimated 54.20 per cent voter turnout was reported till 3 pm on Tuesday, for the second phase of Lok Sabha elections in Karnataka, in 14 constituencies. Out of the 14 segments, the highest turnout of 59.65 per cent was recorded in Chikkodi, followed by Haveri 58.45 per cent, and the lowest 47.67 per cent in Gulbarga.

May 07, 2024 15:46 IST

Chhattisgarh: 46.14 per cent turnout recorded in seven Lok Sabha seats till 1 pm

A voter turnout of 46.14 per cent was recorded till 1 pm in seven of the 11 Lok Sabha constituencies in Chhattisgarh, where polling was underway in the third and last phase of the general elections in the state on Tuesday, a poll official said.

Polling is being held in Raipur, Durg, Bilaspur, Korba, Janjgir-Champa (reserved for Scheduled Caste candidates), Surguja (reserved for Scheduled Tribe candidates) and Raigarh (ST) seats.

May 07, 2024 15:09 IST

37.83 pc polling recorded till 1 pm in 25 LS seats of Gujarat

A voter turnout of 37.83 per cent was recorded till 1 pm in 25 Lok Sabha seats of Gujarat in the third phase of the general elections on Tuesday, an Election Commission (EC) official said.

As many as 265 candidates are in the fray for 25 out of 26 Lok Sabha seats in the state. The ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) bagged the Surat seat unopposed after eight out of nine eligible candidates withdrew their nomination forms. BJP candidate Mukesh Dalal was declared the winner.

May 07, 2024 14:58 IST

LS elections third phase: Over 39 per cent polling recorded till 1 pm

A voter turnout of over 39 per cent was recorded till 1 pm in the third phase of Lok Sabha elections in 93 constituencies spread over 11 states and Union Territories on Tuesday amid sporadic incidents of violence in West Bengal and reports of poll boycott in some villages of Uttar Pradesh.

According to the Election Commission, a voting percentage of 39.92 was recorded till 1 PM. The voting which started at 7 am will continue till 6 pm.

Maharashtra witnessed the lowest voting percentage with 31.55 per cent voters exercising their franchise till 1 pm, while West Bengal recorded the highest with 49.27 per cent.

Among other states, Assam recorded 45.88 per cent polling, Bihar 36.69 per cent, Chhattisgarh 46.14 per cent, Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu 39.94 per cent, Goa 49.04 per cent, Gujarat 37.83 per cent, Karnataka 31.55 per cent, Madhya Pradesh 44.67 per cent and Uttar Pradesh 38.12 per cent, the EC said.

(PTI)

May 07, 2024 14:46 IST

44.61 pc polling till 1 pm in nine LS seats of Madhya Pradesh

 A voter turnout of 44.61 per cent was recorded till 1 pm in nine Lok Sabha seats of Madhya Pradesh in the third phase of the general elections on Tuesday, a poll official said to PTI.

Former chief ministers Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Digvijaya Singh and state Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president V D Sharma were among the early voters.

May 07, 2024 14:44 IST

36.69 pc turnout recorded in five Bihar LS seats till 1 pm

Around 36.69% of over 98 lakh voters had cast their ballots in five Lok Sabha constituencies in Bihar till 1 pm said a report in PTI. These include Araria, Jhanjharpur, Supaul, Madhepura, and Khagaria, all currently held by the NDA. Voting, taking place in 9,848 polling stations, commenced at 7 am under tight security measures and will conclude at 6 pm. Supaul saw the highest turnout at 38.58%, followed by Araria at 37.09%, Madhepura at 36.84%, Khagaria at 36.02%, and Jhanjharpur at 34.94%. The electoral fate of 54 candidates rests on the shoulders of 98,60,397 eligible voters participating in Bihar's third phase of polling.

May 07, 2024 14:37 IST

31.55 pc voter turnout till 1 pm in Maharashtra

A voter turnout of 31.55 per cent was recorded till 1 pm in 11 of the 48 Lok Sabha constituencies in Maharashtra, where polling is underway in the third phase of the general elections on Tuesday, election authorities said.

As per data shared by the authorities, Latur registered 32.71 per cent polling, Sangli 29.65 per cent, Baramati 27.55 per cent, Hathkanangale 36.17 per cent, Kolhapur 38.42 per cent, Madha 26.61 per cent, Osmanabad 30.54 per cent, Raigad 31.34 per cent, Ratnagiri-Sindhudurg 33.91 per cent, Satara 32.78 per cent and Solapur 29.32 per cent.

May 07, 2024 14:33 IST

Assam records 45.88% voter turnout till 1pm in third phase of Lok Sabha polls

During the ongoing third phase of polling in Assam, the four Lok Sabha constituencies observed a turnout of 45.88% by 1 pm on Tuesday. Dhubri led with 47.73%, followed by Barpeta at 46.83%, Kokrajhar at 46.43%, and Guwahati at 42.13%. Polling commenced at 7 am and will continue until 5 pm. Across these constituencies, 81,49,091 voters are eligible to cast their votes, determining the fate of 47 candidates in Assam's final phase of elections.

May 07, 2024 14:23 IST

Uttar Pradesh records 38.12 per cent voter turnout till 1 pm

More than 38 per cent voters came out to cast their votes till 1 pm for 10 Lok Sabha seats in Uttar Pradesh on Tuesday. The state saw a total polling percentage of 38.12% during the ongoing third phase. Agra reported 36.89%, Aonla 36.95%, Budaun 34.97%, Bareilly 34.93%, Etah 38.87%, Fatehpur Sikri 39.09%, Firozabad 40.06%, Hathras 37.73%, Mainpuri 38.32%, and Sambhal 42.97%. These figures were provided by the Election Commission.

May 07, 2024 14:21 IST

Nearly 42% voter turnout in Karnataka's 14 constituencies till 1pm

At 1 pm on Tuesday, Karnataka's second phase of Lok Sabha polls witnessed an estimated 41.59% turnout across 14 constituencies. Polling, which commenced at 7 am, will continue until 6 pm. Notably, Chikkodi recorded the highest participation at 45.69%, followed by Shimoga at 44.98%, while Gulbarga reported the lowest turnout at 37.48%. In this phase covering northern districts, 227 candidates—206 men and 21 women—are contesting, vying for the votes of over 2.59 crore eligible voters across 28,269 polling stations.

May 07, 2024 14:19 IST

Four Lok Sabha seats in West Bengal register voter turnout of 49.27 pc till 1 pm

By 1 pm on Tuesday, 49.27% of the 73.37 lakh eligible voters cast their ballots across four Lok Sabha seats in West Bengal. Of the total voters, including 36,12,395 women and 154 individuals of the third gender, turnout varied across constituencies. Murshidabad saw the highest participation at 50.58%, followed by Jangipur at 49.91%, Maldaha Dakshin at 48.65%, and Maldaha Uttar at 47.89%. Voters queued outside 7,360 polling stations, engaging in the democratic process during the third phase of elections.



May 07, 2024 13:33 IST

Watch video: PM Modi casts his vote at polling booth in Ahmedabad, Gujarat

May 07, 2024 13:24 IST

Chhattisgarh's third phase polling sees 29.90% turnout in four hours

In the third phase of Chhattisgarh's Lok Sabha elections, seven constituencies saw a 29.90% turnout in the first four hours of polling. The constituencies include Raipur, Durg, Bilaspur, Korba, Janjgir-Champa, Surguja, and Raigarh. Polling began at 7 am and is progressing smoothly, according to a poll official.

May 07, 2024 13:21 IST

Four Lok Sabha seats in Assam register voter turnout of 27 pc till 11 am

In Assam's third phase of Lok Sabha polls, the four constituencies witnessed a 27.34% turnout by 11 am. Kokrajhar reported the highest at 28.28%, followed by Dhubri at 27.77%, Barpeta at 27.19%, and Guwahati at 26.25%. Polling commenced at 7 am and will conclude at 5 pm. Over 81 lakh voters are eligible to vote across these constituencies. 

May 07, 2024 13:20 IST

Congress national president Mallikarjun Kharge casts his vote at Gundugurthi village of Kalaburgi

May 07, 2024 13:18 IST

LS elections third phase: Average voter turnout of over 25 per cent in first 4 hours of polling

A voter turnout of over 25 per cent was recorded in the first four hours of polling in the third phase of Lok Sabha elections in 93 constituencies spread over 11 states and Union Territories on Tuesday amid sporadic incidents of violence in West Bengal and reports of poll boycott in some villages of Uttar Pradesh.

According to the Election Commission, a voting percentage of 25.41 per cent was recorded till 11 am. The voting which started at 7 am will continue till 6 pm.

Maharashtra witnessed the lowest voting percentage with 18.8 per cent voters exercising their franchise till 11 am, while West Bengal recorded the highest with 32.82 per cent.

Among other states, Assam recorded 27.34 per cent polling, Bihar 24.41 per cent, Chhattisgarh 29.90 per cent, Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu 24.69 per cent, Goa 30.94 per cent, Gujarat 24.35 per cent, Karnataka 24.48 per cent, Madhya Pradesh 30.21 per cent and Uttar Pradesh 26.12 per cent, the EC said.

(PTI)

May 07, 2024 12:59 IST

LS polls in Maharashtra: 18.18 pc turnout till 11 am

 A voter turnout of 18.18 per cent was recorded till 11 am on Tuesday as polling was underway in 11 of the 48 Lok Sabha constituencies in Maharashtra during the third phase of the general elections, as per data shared by authorities.

Latur registered 20.74 per cent polling, Sangli 16.61 per cent, Baramati 14.64 per cent, Hathkanangale 20.74 per cent, Kolhapur 23.77 per cent, Madha 15.11 per cent, Osmanabad 17.06 per cent, Raigad 17.18 per cent, Ratnagiri-Sindhudurg 21.19 per cent, Satara 18.94 per cent and Solapur 15.69 per cent.

May 07, 2024 12:48 IST

Sporadic violence mars third phase polls in West Bengal; Voter turnout reaches 32.82% by 11 am

The third phase of Lok Sabha polls in West Bengal was marred by sporadic incidents of violence, particularly in Murshidabad and Jangipur constituencies, where clashes between TMC, BJP, and Congress workers were reported. Complaints of poll violence, voter intimidation, and assaults on poll agents were lodged by various parties. By 11 am, voter turnout stood at 32.82%, with Jangipur recording the highest turnout of 33.81%. As per a PTI reportt, in Murshidabad, Left-Congress candidate Mohammed Salim reported instances of intimidation and alleged TMC goons disrupting polling booths. BJP candidate Dhanajoy Ghosh faced protests by TMC cadres in Jangipur, raising concerns reminiscent of past incidents like the Sitalkuchi firing. Additionally, clashes between TMC and CPI(M) supporters were reported in Karimpur, and allegations of violence surfaced in Englishbazar and Ratua areas. Despite the unrest, voting continued across the constituencies, with over 73 lakh eligible voters exercising their franchise.

May 07, 2024 12:43 IST

30.21 pc polling till 11 am in nine LS seats of Madhya Pradesh

In Madhya Pradesh's third phase of Lok Sabha elections across nine constituencies, 30.21% of voters cast their ballots by 11 am. Former Chief Ministers Digvijaya Singh and Shivraj Singh Chouhan, along with BJP state president VD Sharma, were among the early voters. Polling commenced at 7 am and will end at 6 pm across 20,456 polling stations, including those managed by women and Divyang employees. Among the constituencies, Betul recorded the highest turnout at 32.65%, while Bhind reported the lowest at 25.46%.

May 07, 2024 12:40 IST

LS polls phase 3: Bihar records 24.41 per cent voter turnout till 11 am

In Bihar's third phase of Lok Sabha polls across five constituencies, 24.41% of over 98 lakh voters cast their ballots by 11 am. Polling stations, totaling 9,848, opened at 7 am under stringent security measures and will close at 6 pm. Supaul witnessed the highest turnout at 25.98%, followed closely by Araria at 25.97%, while Jhanjharpur recorded the lowest at 22.39%. The electoral fate of 54 candidates will be determined by 98,60,397 eligible voters in this phase.

May 07, 2024 12:38 IST

LS polls: Nearly 25 % voter turnout in Karnataka's 14 constituencies till 11 am

In Karnataka's second phase of Lok Sabha polls across 14 constituencies, a turnout of 24.48% was recorded by 11 am. Polling, which began at 7 am, will conclude at 6 pm. Uttara Kannada saw the highest turnout at 27.65%, followed by Shimoga at 27.22%, while Raichur reported the least at 22.05%.

May 07, 2024 12:35 IST

LS polls phase 3: UP records 26.12 per cent voter turnout till 11 am

In Uttar Pradesh's third phase of Lok Sabha elections, over 26% of voters cast their ballots by 11 am across 10 constituencies. Agra recorded 25.87%, while Sambhal saw the highest turnout at 29.55%. Polling commenced at 7 am and will conclude at 6 pm. More than 1.89 crore eligible voters participate in this phase. Notable constituencies like Fatehpur Sikri, Etah, and Budaun reported turnout percentages ranging from 25.98% to 27.63%. The democratic process unfolds with active citizen participation and enthusiasm in the state.

May 07, 2024 12:16 IST

30.94 pc voting till 11 am in 2 Lok Sabha seats in Goa

Polling commenced at 7 am in Goa's North and South Lok Sabha constituencies, witnessing an average 30.94% voter turnout by 11 am. North Goa recorded 30.31% while South Goa saw 31.56% turnout. Across 1,725 polling stations in both constituencies, citizens actively participated in the electoral process. The coastal state continues its democratic exercise with enthusiasm and engagement. 

May 07, 2024 11:38 IST

Congress president Kharge exudes confidence after voting, predicts thumping majority in Karnataka

After casting his vote in Karnataka's second phase of Lok Sabha polls, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge speaking to PTI expressed confidence in his party's victory, stating there was "no doubt" about securing a thumping majority in the state. Accompanied by his wife, Kharge emphasized positive reports from across constituencies and anticipated strong support for the INDI Alliance. Remaining loyal to his polling locality in Basavanagara since the age of 21, Kharge acknowledged the community's unwavering support throughout his political career. His son-in-law, Radhakrishna Doddamani, contests from Gulbarga, a constituency Kharge represented twice but lost in 2019.

May 07, 2024 11:34 IST

Lok Sabha Election 2024 Phase 3: Key candidates whose fate will be sealed today

Polling for the third phase of the seven-phase 2024 elections began in as many as 93 constituencies across 11 states and Union Territories at 7 am on Tuesday. Read More...

May 07, 2024 11:22 IST

NCP-SCP Baramati Lok Sabha candidate Supriya Sule casts her vote at her constituency’s polling booth

May 07, 2024 10:57 IST

Uttar Pradesh witnesses 12.94% voter turnout by 9 am in third phase of Lok Sabha polls

In the third phase of Lok Sabha elections in Uttar Pradesh, a voter turnout of 12.94% was recorded in the first two hours across 10 constituencies. Sambhal led with 14.71% turnout, followed by Hathras (SC) at 13.43% and Agra (SC) at 12.74%. Notable voters include SP's Dharmendra Yadav and BJP candidates SP Singh Baghel and Parmeshwar Lal Saini. Over 1.89 crore voters are eligible to vote in this phase encompassing key constituencies like Agra, Bareilly, and Mainpuri.

May 07, 2024 10:54 IST

13.24 pc turnout in Chhattisgarh's 7 Lok Sabha seats till 9 am

In the third and final phase of Lok Sabha elections in Chhattisgarh, a voter turnout of 13.24% was recorded by 9 am in seven constituencies out of the total 11. Polling began smoothly at 7 am in Raipur, Durg, Bilaspur, Korba, Janjgir-Champa, Surguja, and Raigarh seats, with long queues forming at some polling booths.

May 07, 2024 10:51 IST

Bihar: 10.78 pc turnout recorded in five LS seats till 9 am

In the third phase of polling in Bihar's Araria, Jhanjharpur, Supaul, Madhepura, and Khagaria Lok Sabha seats, over 10.78% of the 98 lakh eligible voters cast their ballots by 9 am. Supaul reported the highest turnout at 11.41%, followed by Araria (10.97%), Madhepura (10.71%), Khagaria, and Jhanjharpur (10.41% each). The NDA currently holds all these constituencies. With 54 candidates in the fray, voting commenced at 7 am under tight security measures and will continue until 6 pm.

May 07, 2024 10:42 IST

Two government servants on poll duty in Karnataka die after heart attack

Two government servants on Lok Sabha poll duty in Karnataka passed away due to heart attacks, as per reports in PTI. The deceased were identified as 48-year-old Govindappa Siddapura, a headmaster of a government school in Mudhol town of Bagalkote district, and 32-year-old Assistant Agriculture Officer Anand Telang in Kudumbal, Bidar district. The unfortunate incidents occurred during the ongoing voting for the second phase of elections in 14 Lok Sabha constituencies in the state.

May 07, 2024 10:37 IST

Maharashtra witnesses 6.64% voter turnout by 9 AM in third phase of Lok Sabha elections

As polling commenced in 11 of Maharashtra's 48 Lok Sabha constituencies, a turnout of 6.64% was reported by 9 am. Latur recorded 7.91%, while Sangli, Baramati, and Hathkanangale saw turnout ranging from 5.77% to 7.55%. Among early voters were Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, his wife Sunetra Pawar (NCP candidate from Baramati), and actor couple Riteish Deshmukh and Genelia Deshmukh. With 2.09 crore eligible voters and 258 candidates, the state witnesses an active electoral phase with 23,036 polling centers.

May 07, 2024 10:26 IST

10.12% voter turnout in first two hours of polling in Assam's four Lok Sabha constituencies

Around 10.12% of Assam's 81.49 lakh voters cast their ballots in the first two hours across four Lok Sabha constituencies. Dhubri saw the highest turnout at 10.75%, followed by Guwahati (10.38%), Kokrajhar (9.77%), and Barpeta (9.26%) by 9 am. Despite sparse queues due to heavy rain, voting is expected to intensify throughout the day.

May 07, 2024 10:24 IST

Peaceful voting in four West Bengal Lok Sabha seats; 15.85% turnout by 9 AM

Polling in four West Bengal Lok Sabha constituencies saw a peaceful start, with a 15.85% turnout recorded by 9 AM. Voters queued outside the 7,360 polling stations, comprising 73,37,651 eligible voters, including 36,12,395 women. Jangipur reported the highest turnout at 16.95%, followed by Maldaha Dakshin, Maldaha Uttar, and Murshidabad. Despite 182 complaints lodged, 16 have been resolved, ensuring electoral integrity. The Election Commission deployed 334 central force companies and 13,600 state police personnel for fair polling.

May 07, 2024 10:16 IST

LS polls: 9.45% voter turnout in Karnataka's 14 constituencies till 9 am

The second phase of Lok Sabha polls in Karnataka commenced with an estimated 9.45% turnout in the initial two hours. Queues formed at polling booths, mainly comprising senior citizens and morning walkers, reflecting early voter enthusiasm despite rising temperatures. Shimoga recorded the highest turnout at 11.39%, while Raichur reported the least at 8.27%. With 227 candidates, including 21 women, contesting in 14 constituencies, the electoral battleground sees a renewed clash between Congress and BJP.

May 07, 2024 09:39 IST

Union Home Minister Amit Shah casts vote, engages with voters in Gandhinagar

Union Home Minister Amit Shah, contesting to retain the Gandhinagar Lok Sabha seat, cast his vote at a polling booth in Ahmedabad amidst enthusiastic supporters. Accompanied by his wife, son, and other family members, Shah interacted with voters, signed autographs, and displayed the victory sign after voting. Following the tradition, he offered prayers at a nearby temple post-voting. Voting is ongoing for 25 Lok Sabha seats in Gujarat since 7 am. Shah's active participation highlights the significance of citizen engagement in the democratic process.

May 07, 2024 09:26 IST

Actor Riteish Deshmukh & his wife Genelia cast votes at a polling booth in Latur, Maharashtra

May 07, 2024 08:59 IST

Former CM Yediyurappa among early voters, says BJP will win 25-26 seats in Karnataka

Veteran BJP leader and former Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa, accompanied by his sons and daughters-in-law, was among the early voters in Karnataka as polling commenced for the second phase of Lok Sabha elections across 14 segments. Queues were observed at polling booths, especially in northern districts, with voters eager to cast their ballots early. Yediyurappa expressed confidence in BJP's victory, predicting a win in 25 to 26 out of the state's 28 Lok Sabha seats. He emphasized the overwhelming support for Prime Minister Narendra Modi, expecting a significant impact on the election outcome. Yediyurappa's son, B Y Raghavendra, contesting from Shimoga, is anticipated to secure a decisive victory, reinforcing BJP's stronghold in the region.

May 07, 2024 08:47 IST

Ajit Pawar, Sunetra Pawar, Praniti Shinde among early voters in Maharashtra

Key figures like Chhatrapati Shrimant Shahu Maharaj, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, and Congress candidate Praniti Shinde were among the early voters in the third phase of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Ajit Pawar emphasized the importance of development over emotions, aligning with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's agenda. With 11 constituencies in play, including Baramati, Solapur, and Kolhapur, where 258 candidates from major parties are contesting, efforts to encourage voting amid a severe heatwave are underway. All parties urge voters to cast their ballots in the cooler morning hours for higher turnout.



May 07, 2024 08:43 IST

PM Modi urges record voter turnout in Lok Sabha elections Phase 3

In a message posted on X, Prime Minister Narendra Modi called upon voters to participate in the third phase of the Lok Sabha elections in unprecedented numbers. He emphasized that their active engagement would significantly enhance the vibrancy of the electoral process.

May 07, 2024 08:30 IST

Lok Sabha election phase 3: Voting underway across 11 states and UTs

The third phase of the Lok Sabha election commenced at 7 a.m. on Tuesday across 93 constituencies in 11 states and Union Territories. Robust security measures have been implemented by the Election Commission to ensure a fair voting environment, with 18.5 lakh polling officials deployed across 1.85 lakh polling stations. Over 17.24 crore voters, including 8.85 crore males and 8.39 crore females, are expected to participate. With over 1,300 candidates, including 120 women, notable contenders such as Amit Shah, Jyotiraditya Scindia, and Digvijaya Singh are in the fray. The completion of this phase will mark over halfway through the Lok Sabha elections and conclude the electoral process in several states and Union Territories. Despite some adjustments in polling schedules, the democratic exercise continues with momentum.

May 07, 2024 07:56 IST

PM Modi Casts His Vote In Ahmedabad

May 07, 2024 07:47 IST

Watch: PM Modi arrives in Ahmedabad to cast his vote

May 07, 2024 07:41 IST

Key Candidates Fate Of Whose Will Be Sealed Today

Some of the key candidates for this 3rd phase voting include Amit Shah, Jyotiraditya Scindia, Pralhad Joshi, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Dimple Yadav, Digvijaya Singh, and Supriya Sule.

May 07, 2024 07:39 IST

Lok Sabha Elections 2024 3rd Phase Voting: Know The Number Of Seats Going To Polls In Different States, UTs

The states that are going to polls in this 3rd phase of voting are Assam (4 seats), Bihar (5 seats), Chhattisgarh (7), Goa (2), Gujarat (26), Karnataka (14), Madhya Pradesh (8), Maharashtra (11), Uttar Pradesh (10), West Bengal (4), Dadra and Nagar Haveli, and Daman and Diu (2 seats).