The Uttarakhand Municipal Corporation elections recorded a 56.81% voter turnout by 4 pm on Thursday, as confirmed by Election Commission Secretary Rahul Kumar Goyal. Voting took place across 11 municipal corporations, 43 municipal councils, and 46 Nagar Panchayats.
District-Wise Voting Percentages (As of 4 PM)
- Almora: 56.01%
- Bageshwar: 57.71%
- Chamoli: 58.92%
- Champawat: 56.76%
- Dehradun: 51.56%
- Haridwar: 60.85%
Polling continued smoothly without any reported adverse incidents. All voters present at polling booths by 5 pm were allowed to cast their votes.
CM Pushkar Singh Dhami’s Appeal to Voters
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami urged residents to support BJP candidates, advocating for a “triple-engine government” to bolster development.
- Key Statements by CM Dhami:
- “You have always supported the BJP and formed a double-engine government. I appeal to all to make BJP candidates victorious and help form a triple-engine government.”
- Highlighted the BJP’s fulfilled promises and commitment to making Uttarakhand the best state in India.
Election Significance
These elections are pivotal in shaping local governance across Uttarakhand. A strong turnout and smooth conduct reflect the democratic enthusiasm of the voters. The BJP, which already governs the state and the center, seeks to solidify its influence at the municipal level.
The final results will reveal whether voters align with CM Dhami’s vision for continued development under BJP’s leadership or choose alternative representatives to steer local governance.