Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Election Commission reports 66.95 per cent turnout in first four phases
The Election Commission reported a significant voter turnout of 66.95% in the first four phases of the Lok Sabha elections, with nearly 45.10 crore electors casting their votes. Urging sustained participation, the EC intensified efforts to inform and motivate voters.
The Election Commission announced a robust voter turnout of 66.95% across the first four phases of the ongoing Lok Sabha elections. With nearly 45.10 crore electors exercising their franchise, the poll panel emphasised the importance of sustained participation in the remaining phases. In response to the encouraging turnout, the Election Commission urged voters to continue their active participation in the upcoming phases. Efforts to inform, motivate, and facilitate voters have intensified, with state chief electoral officers directed to implement enhanced measures.
Partnership and collaboration key to voter awareness programme, says CEC
Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar emphasised the significance of partnership and collaboration in the voter awareness programme. He expressed appreciation for the enthusiastic response from various institutions, influencers, and celebrities, who are actively engaged in promoting voter participation.
High voter turnout sends strong message
A total of 379 seats across 23 states and Union Territories have already voted on in the initial phases. Kumar highlighted that a high voter turnout would send a powerful message about the strength of Indian democracy to the world. He urged voters to view voting day not just as a holiday but as an opportunity to celebrate democracy.
Collaborative efforts by private and public entities to boost voter participation
Various private and public entities, including banks, post offices, and telecom platforms, are leveraging their public interfaces to encourage registered voters to cast their ballots. These outreach efforts aim to enhance voter participation and ensure a robust democratic process.
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