Baramati Assembly Bypoll Sees Low Voter Turnout of 52% by 5 PM
Baramati belies hopes of a high turnout: 52% till 5 pm
The Indian Express
Image: The Indian Express
The Baramati Assembly bypoll in Maharashtra registered a low voter turnout of 52% by 5 PM, contrary to expectations of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) and its candidate Sunetra Pawar. Despite hopes for a higher turnout as a tribute to late Ajit Pawar, officials predict the final turnout will be around 60-62%.
- 01Baramati bypoll turnout reached 52% by 5 PM, lower than expected.
- 02Sunetra Pawar, NCP candidate, anticipated record voter participation as a tribute to her late husband, Ajit Pawar.
- 03Polling centers reported a lack of long queues, suggesting limited voter enthusiasm.
- 04Katewadi village, Ajit Pawar's birthplace, showed stronger turnout with 70% by 5 PM.
- 05NCP leaders remain optimistic about Sunetra's victory despite the low turnout.
Advertisement
In-Article Ad
The Baramati Assembly bypoll in Maharashtra, held on Thursday, saw a disappointing voter turnout of 52% by 5 PM, falling short of the Nationalist Congress Party's (NCP) expectations for a record turnout. Sunetra Pawar, the NCP candidate and Deputy Chief Minister, had hoped for a higher participation rate as a tribute to her late husband, Ajit Pawar, who was a significant figure in Baramati's development. Polling started slowly, with only 8% turnout initially, gradually increasing but failing to meet the anticipated numbers. By closing time, officials estimated the final turnout would be around 60-62%. In contrast, Katewadi village, where Ajit Pawar was born, reported a stronger turnout, with 70% participation by 5 PM. Despite the overall low turnout, NCP leaders expressed confidence in Sunetra's victory, citing strong local support. Voters, including many women, expressed their dedication to voting for Sunetra, highlighting Ajit Pawar's contributions to the region.
Advertisement
In-Article Ad
The low voter turnout may reflect voter apathy or dissatisfaction, potentially affecting the political landscape in Baramati and the NCP's standing.
Advertisement
In-Article Ad
Reader Poll
Do you think voter turnout in Baramati reflects public sentiment towards the NCP?
Connecting to poll...
More about Nationalist Congress Party
Read the original article
Visit the source for the complete story.





