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The recent election saw a notable surge in voter turnout, particularly among first-time voters in Kasaragod, driven by a Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls
Even then, compared to 2021, an additional 9.21 lakh voted this time.
In Thripunithura, heavy polling day turnout may still fall short of the 2021 total votes.
With Kozhikode district posting the highest turnout in the state (81%), LDF, UDF and the NDA have claimed that the trend is in their favour.
In a heated battle, Pisharody faced allegations of making ‘anti-women’ remarks and his aim for entering politics was questioned by rivals.
Just yesterday, BJP workers struggled to find a booth and had resigned to camping out in the open, under the sun.
Speaking to the media after casting his vote, Thiruvanchoor expressed satisfaction with his campaign. He said he was confident of a decisive victory, pointing to what he described as visible public dissatisfaction with the current government.
Allegations of widespread bogus voting also emerged from Vellur, Karivellur, Perumba, Chooral, Kandoth and Ettukudukka in Payyannur constituency.
Early morning voter turnout was strong, aided by favourable weather conditions in Kottayam.
Speaking to reporters after casting his vote, Oommen said his decision to wear black was rooted in years of personal and political anguish. He suggested that the day was not just about voting, but also about expressing dissent against the ruling LDF government.
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