Lok Sabha Election 2024 Voting Live Updates: 59.2% Voter Turnout Recorded; 'NDA's Numbers Looking Better,' Says PM Modi
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Lok Sabha Election 2024 Phase 6 Voting Live Updates: A voter turnout of 57.7% percent has been recorded till 5:00 PM during the sixth phase of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections on Saturday, 25 May.
Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, Arvind Kejriwal, S Jaishankar, Manohar Lal Khattar, and President Droupadi Murmu are among the prominent personalities who have cast their ballots so far.
Polling was being held in 58 constituencies across eight states and Union Territories during the sixth phase.
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A security personnel stands guard as people wait in a queue to cast their votes at a polling booth during the sixth phase of Lok Sabha elections, at Noorbabad area in Kulgam district of South Kashmir, Saturday, May 25, 2024.
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Voting concluded in all the seats of Haryana and Delhi. The other seats going to the polls are in Bihar (8), Jharkhand (4), Odisha (6), Uttar Pradesh (14), Jammu and Kashmir (1), and West Bengal (8).
Some of the key candidates in the fray during the sixth phase include Manohar Lal Khattar, Manoj Tiwari, Kanhaiya Kumar, Maneka Gandhi, Raj Babbar, Bansuri Swaraj, Mehbooba Mufti, Sambit Patra, Dinesh Lal Yadav, Dharmendra Yadav, Naveen Jindal, and Abhijit Gangopadhyay.
"I have voted against dictatorship, inflation and unemployment," Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal said after casting his ballot.
According to Election Commission of India (ECI) data, a voter turnout of 62.2 percent was recorded during the fifth phase on 20 May.
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Voting Underway in 58 Seats
Voting is being held in 58 constituencies across eight states and Union Territories during the the sixth phase of the Lok Sabha elections on Saturday, 25 May.
Voting will be held in all the seats of Haryana and Delhi on Saturday. The other seats going to the polls are in Bihar (8), Jharkhand (4), Odisha (6), Uttar Pradesh (14), Jammu and Kashmir (1), and West Bengal (8).
Polling is also being held in 42 seats of the Odisha Legislative Assembly.
Key Candidates in the Fray
Some of the key candidates in the fray include Manohar Lal Khattar, Manoj Tiwari, Kanhaiya Kumar, Raj Babbar, Bansuri Swaraj, Sambit Patra, Dinesh Lal Yadav, Dharmendra Yadav, Naveen Jindal, and Abhijit Gangopadhyay.
Education or Nationalism? Person or Party?: What Delhi's First Time Voters Want
“It is people’s participation that makes India a functioning democracy. And I am very excited to be a part of what is being touted as the largest democratic exercise,” said Shubhangi Semwal, a first-year student of Psychology at Delhi University (DU).
As Delhi gears to vote on 25 May in the sixth phase of the Lok Sabha elections, 2.35 lakh Delhiites will be voting for the first time. The capital city is experiencing severe heat wave conditions with day-time temperatures soaring to 47 degrees Celsius. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a ‘red alert’ in several northern states, including Delhi.
“We will go and vote, regardless of the heat. I have cross-checked online and confirmed that our names are there on the electoral rolls,” said 20-year-old Himanshu, a third-year student at Sri Aurobindo College.
Read the full story here.
Ground Report | Jobless, Poor, Desperate: Who Will MGNREGA Workers in Haryana Vote For?
“Instead of empowering the poor, the government is suppressing their voice. We are neither getting any support from the government nor are we getting any work through MGNREGA (Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act)," said 38-year-old Krishna. She is a MGNREGA worker from Nighdu village in Karnal district of Haryana, where Lok Sabha elections are due on 25 May.
Amid rising prices and the dearth of jobs in rural Haryana, The Quint spoke to MGNREGA workers on if they are receiving guaranteed work, and if not, would it weigh on their minds when they cast their ballots on 25 May.
Read the full story here.
Ground Report | 'No Job After 4 Years': Will Agnipath Scheme Impact How Bihar's Arrah Votes?
The Agnipath Scheme, implemented in September 2022, saw huge protests by Army aspirants, as the scheme offered a four-year contractual service with the Indian Army.
The Arrah town in Bihar's Bhojpur district, considered the 'Army Belt of Bihar', was at the centre of the agitation when the Centre had introduced the scheme in June 2022.
Two years on, The Quint visits Arrah to find whether the scheme will have an impact on how these aspirants vote in the 2024 Lok Sabha Elections.
Read the full story here.
'Every Vote Counts': PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to X on Saturday, 25 May, to urge people to vote in large numbers during the sixth phase of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.
"Every vote counts, make yours count too! Democracy thrives when its people are engaged and active in the electoral process. I specially urge women voters and youth voters to vote in large numbers," he said.
Manohar Lal Khattar Casts Ballot in Karnal
Former Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar was among the early voters to cast their ballots in Karnal during the sixth phase of polls on Saturday.
"I have cast my vote. I appeal to the people to participate in this festival of democracy and also appeal to vote for the BJP party. The Congress candidate is not a challenge for me," he said after voting.
He is fighting the election from the Karnal constituency.
'Have Full Faith You Will Vote To Fight Inflation, Unemployment': Kanhaiya Kumar
Congress candidate from North East Delhi Kanhaiya Kumar took to X on Saturday to express gratitude to voters of his constituency.
"My dear colleagues of North East Delhi, respected elders and my mothers and sisters of this area! I thank you from the bottom of my heart for the way you encouraged me by giving me love, respect and blessings during the election campaign, regardless of the heat and sun!" he said.
"I have full faith that even today this sunshine and heat will not be able to break your spirit; you will come out of your homes and take your fight against inflation, unemployment and injustice to its logical conclusion," Kumar added.
EAM S Jaishankar Votes in Delhi
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar cast his ballot at a polling booth in Delhi during the sixth phase on Saturday.
"We have just cast our vote and I was the first male voter in this booth. We want people to come out and cast their votes as this is a decisive moment for the country," he said after voting.
Ex-Haryana Deputy CM Dushyant Chautala Votes in Sirsa
Former Haryana Deputy Chief Minister Dushyant Chautala cast his ballot at a polling booth in Haryana's Sirsa on Saturday.
"I appeal to people to come out and exercise their right to vote and vote for the change," he said after voting.
'EVM Not Working': BJP Candidate Sambit Patra
BJP candidate from the Puri Lok Sabha seat Sambit Patra alleged that the ECM at a polling booth in his constituency was not working.
"EVM is not working and I will speak to the returning officer and also request him for an extension of time," he told news agency ANI.
'Delhi LG Directed Police To Slow Down Voting in INDIA Bloc Strongholds': Atishi
AAP leader Atishi alleged that the Delhi LG directed police officials to "slow down" voting in areas across the city considered to be strongholds of the INDIA bloc.
"We have received official information that last evening, LG had called a meeting of Delhi Police officials and instructions were given to Delhi Police that all the areas which are stronghold of INDIA alliance, voting should be slowed down in those areas. If this happens then it will be a violation of free and fair elections. So we hope that the Election Commission will take cognizance of this," she alleged.
Mehbooba Mufti Alleges PDP Agents Detained, Sits on Protest
PDP chief and candidate from J&K's Anantnag–Rajouri constituency Mehbooba Mufti sat on a protest along with party leaders, alleging that poll agents of her party had been detained without any reason.
"Many of our PDP polling agents & workers are being detained just before voting. When the families went to the police stations they are being told that its being done at the behest of SSP Anantnag & DIG South Kashmir," she said in a tweet on Friday night.
AAP Leader Atishi Casts Ballot in Delhi
AAP leader Atishi cast her ballot at a polling booth in Delhi during the sixth phase of the Lok Sabha elections on Saturday, 25 May.
President Droupadi Murmu Casts Vote
President Droupadi Murmu cast her ballot at a polling booth in Delhi's Rajendra Prasad Kendriya Vidyalayaduring during the sixth phase of voting on Saturday, 25 May.
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar Votes in Delhi
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar cast his ballot at a polling booth in Delhi during the sixth phase of polling on Saturday, 25 May.
Sonia, Rahul Gandhi Cast Ballots in Delhi
Congress leaders Sonia and Rahul Gandhi cast their ballots at a polling booth in Delhi on Saturday, 25 May.
'Expect Great Victory for BJD': Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik
Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik cast his ballot on Saturday at a polling booth in Bhubaneshwar.
"I request all voters especially young voters to come out and vote. I expect BJD to have a great victory both in the Assembly and Lok Sabha elections. We will form a very stable government in the state," he said after voting.
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra Votes in Delhi
Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra cast her ballot at a polling booth in Delhi during the sixth phase of voting on Saturday, 25 May.
Sonia and Rahul Gandhi cast their ballots earlier on Saturday.
'Your Vote Will Protect the Constitution': Rahul Gandhi
10.82% Voter Turnout Till 9 AM, Highest in West Bengal
A voter turnout of 10.82 percent has been recorded till 9:00 AM during the sixth phase of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections on Saturday, 25 May.
State-wise turnout:
Bihar: 9.66%
Haryana: 8.31%
Jammu & Kashmir: 8.89%
Jharkhand: 11.74%
Delhi: 8.94%
Odisha: 7.43%
Uttar Pradesh:12.33
West Bengal: 16.54%
'INDIA Bloc Talking About Real Issues Since the Beginning': Priyanka Gandhi
CPI(M) Leader Brinda Karat Votes in Delhi
CPI(M) leader Brinda Karat cast her vote at a polling booth in Delhi on Saturday.
"I have voted against dictatorship and communalism. My vote will bring change," she said after voting, as per news agency ANI.
'Voted Against Dictatorship': Arvind Kejriwal Casts Ballot in Delhi
Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal cast his ballot at a polling booth in Delhi on Saturday.
"My father, wife, children and I have voted. My mother could not come today because she is not well. I have voted against dictatorship, inflation and unemployment. I appeal to people to come out and vote," he said.
TMC Alleges EVMs With 'BJP Tags' Found in West Bengal
The TMC alleged that EVMs with 'BJP tags' on them were found in West Bengal's Raghunathpur on Saturday, 25 May.
25.76% Voter Turnout Till 11 AM
A voter turnout of 25.76 percent has been recorded till 11:00 AM during the sixth phase of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections on Saturday, 25 May.
State-wise turnout:
Bihar 23.67%
Haryana 22.09%
Jammu & Kashmir 23.11%
Jharkhand 27.80%
Delhi 21.69%
Odisha 21.30%
Uttar Pradesh 27.06%
West Bengal 36.88%
'Confident Modi Ji Will Be PM Again': Ex-Union Minister Harsh Vardhan Votes in Delhi
Former Union Minister Harsh Vardhan voted at a polling booth in Delhi's Krishna Nagar on Saturday, 25 May.
“2024 voting is very important for the future of the country. I am confident that Narendra Modi ji will become the Prime Minister for the third time and this is in best interest of the country. The way other parties including Congress never let there be a stable govt in the country, so it is important that a stable govt is formed. On one side, there is development, on the other side, there is corruption and the unholy alliance,” he said after casting his ballot.
Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal Casts Vote
Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal cast his ballot at a polling booth in Delhi on Saturday, 25 May.
'BJP Govt Will Be Formed Again': Meenakashi Lekhi
BJP MP Meenakashi Lekhi cast her ballot at a polling booth in Delhi on Saturday, 25 May.
"I urge everyone to come out and vote. It is a festival of democracy and everyone should vote. Our government is going to be formed once again," she said after voting.
MS Dhoni Votes in Ranchi
Former Indian cricket team captain MS Dhoni cast his ballot at a polling booth in Jharkhand's Ranchi on Saturday, 25 May.
BJP Candidate Alleges Police Officials Allowed Inside Polling Booth in Bengal
BJP candidate from West Bengal's Medinipur Agnimitra Paul alleged that polling agents of her party were not being allowed inside polling booths, and that West Bengal police personnel were allowed inside the booths by Central forces.
"Are you not seeing that our party polling agent has been sent out of here? Why are you letting West Bengal Police come inside the polling booth?" she is purportedly heard asking Central forces in a video.
39.13% Voter Turnout Till 1 PM, Highest in West Bengal
A voter turnout of 39.13 percent has been recorded till 1:00 PM during the sixth phase of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections on Saturday, 25 May.
State-wise turnout:
Bihar- 36.48%
Haryana- 36.48%
Jammu & Kashmir 35.22%
Jharkhand- 42.54%
Delhi 34.37%
Odisha 35.69%
Uttar Pradesh-37.23%
West Bengal- 54.80%
As Delhi Votes Today, What’s At Stake For AAP-Congress & BJP?
While the AAP has been a dominant force in Delhi's electoral playfield, it has failed to win even one Lok Sabha seat from the national capital, with the BJP sweeping all seven seats in 2014 and 2019, riding on the back of PM Narendra Modi’s popularity.
In 2024, both AAP and Congress believe that there's a stark difference: In 2014 and 2019, both parties fought against each other and against the BJP, making it a triangular contest.
But this time, they are allied together, with AAP contesting four (New Delhi, East Delhi, South Delhi, West Delhi) out seven seats, and the Congress the remaining three (Chandni Chowk, Northeast and Northwest Delhi). Read the full story here.
Delhi Records 34.37% Voter Turnout Till 1 PM
According to Election Commission data, the National Capital of Delhi has recorded a voter turnout of 34.37% till 1 PM.
'Voting Process Done Smoothly': CEO Maharashtra
After videos of alleged tampering of EVMs in Maharashtra were circulated, Electoral Officer Maharashtra on Saturday, 25 May clarified and said:
In Pictures: VK Pandian, Kalpana Soren Cast Votes In Phase 6 Elections
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49.2% Voter Turnout Till 3PM, Highest in West Bengal
A voter turnout of 49.2% percent has been recorded till 3:00 PM during the sixth phase of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections on Saturday, 25 May.
Phase 6 Lok Sabha Elections: A Look at The State-wise Turnout Till 3 PM
As of 3pm, a total voter turnout of 49.2% has been recorded, Election Commission data showed.
Bihar- 45.21%
Haryana- 46.26%
Jammu & Kashmir- 44.41%
Jharkhand- 54.34%
Delhi- 44.58%
Odisha- 48.44%
Uttar Pradesh- 43.95%
West Bengal- 70.19%
Chief Justice DY Chandrachud Casts Vote in Delhi
Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud casts his vote at a polling booth in Delhi.
"Today by voting I have fulfilled my duties as a citizen of the country..." Justice Chandrachud told news agency ANI.
EC Releases Absolute Number of Voters For 5 Phases of LS Elections
The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Saturday, 25 May released the absolute number of voters for the first five phases of the 2024
Lok Sabha elections. In a statement, the poll panel said it noted “the pattern of false narratives and mischievous design to vitiate electoral process.”
What is Form 17C and the latest row surrounding it? Read our explainer here.
'Public in Haryana Demands Change': Deepender Singh Hooda
Speaking to news agency ANI, ongress candidate from Rohtak Lok Sabha seat, Deepender Singh Hooda said that the voters in Haryana "demand change for the future of Haryana.
57.7% Voter Turnout Till 5PM
A voter turnout of 57.7% percent has been recorded till 5:00 PM during the sixth phase of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections on Saturday, 25 May.
'INDIA Alliance Will Sweep All Seven Seats': AAP
After voting concluded in the seven Lok Sabha seats in Delhi on Saturday, 25 May, the Arvind Kejriwal-led Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) said that it was confident of the victory of the INDIA Alliance in the national capital.
"INDIA alliance will sweep all seven seats in Delhi despite all tricks adopted by the BJP's Lieutenant Governor by misusing the police to favour the BJP on election day," it said in a statement.
'People Realised Voting For INDI Alliance Futile': PM Modi
After voting for all the 58 constituencies in Phase 6 of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections came to an end on Saturday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, "NDA's numbers are looking better and better."
In a post shared on X (Formerly Twitter), PM Modi said:
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Published: 25 May 2024,07:01 AM IST