1. Assam’s first phase of Lok Sabha elections saw over 70% voter turnout across all constituencies.
2. The Kaziranga constituency recorded the highest turnout, reflecting significant voter engagement.
3. The enthusiastic participation underscores the vitality of democratic processes in Assam.
Guwahati, April 20: The first phase of the Lok Sabha elections in Assam concluded with remarkable enthusiasm as voter turnout exceeded 70% across all five parliamentary constituencies. Among them, Kaziranga witnessed the highest turnout, marking a significant engagement of the electorate.
In the Kaziranga Parliamentary Constituency, the overall turnout of 75.79% showcased a robust participation of voters.
However, analyzing the turnout across different Legislative Assembly Constituencies (LACs) unveils disparities. While Kaliabor boasted an impressive 83.71% turnout, Sarupathar lagged at 70.38%.
Similarly, in the Sonitpur Parliamentary Constituency, the overall turnout of 74.81% reflected commendable civic duty.
Yet, variations persisted across LACs, with Biswanath recording a robust 77.54% turnout contrasted with Bihpuria’s 72.00%.
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In the Lakhimpur Parliamentary Constituency, the 72.65% overall turnout showcased mixed engagement levels.
Dhakuakhana shone with a turnout of 76.63%, while Sadiya trailed at 65.32%, indicating potential areas for targeted interventions to enhance participation.
The Dibrugarh Parliamentary Constituency witnessed an overall turnout of 76.74%, depicting a strong democratic fervor.
However, variations across LACs, such as Digboi and Makum compared to Chabua-Lahoal’s standout 79.26%, were notable.
Lastly, the Jorhat Parliamentary Constituency stood out with an overall turnout of 79.48%, highlighting a commendable commitment to the electoral process.
Nevertheless, disparities across LACs persisted, with Mahmora registering an impressive 81.81% compared to Jorhat’s 75.40%.
These turnout figures go beyond statistics; they reflect the vibrancy of democracy, showcasing the complex interplay of factors shaping civic engagement in Assam.
From rural to urban areas, each constituency tells a unique story of citizen participation, underscoring the importance of inclusive electoral processes.
