Hyderabad, Telangana – November 30, 2023 – The Telangana Assembly election 2023 witnessed an impressive voter turnout of 63.94% till 5 PM on Thursday, November 30, 2023. The polling for the 119 Assembly seats began at 7 AM and concluded at 6 PM across the state.
A Surge in Voter Turnout
The voter turnout in the Telangana Assembly election 2023 has been steadily increasing throughout the day. By 1 PM, the turnout had reached 36.68%, and by 3 PM, it had crossed 51.89%. The final turnout of 63.94% indicates a strong sense of participation among the electorate.
Factors Contributing to High Turnout
Several factors could be contributing to the high voter turnout in the Telangana Assembly election 2023. These include:
- Increased awareness: Political parties and various organizations have conducted extensive voter awareness campaigns, encouraging people to exercise their franchise.
- Issues of concern: The electorate is engaged with various issues, including unemployment, agriculture, and development, motivating them to vote.
- Anti-incumbency factor: The ruling party is facing some anti-incumbency sentiment, which could be driving voters to participate in the election.
Date of Counting of Votes and Results Announcement
The counting of votes for the Telangana Assembly election 2023 will commence on December 3, 2023. The results are expected to be declared on the same day.
Significance of the Election
The Telangana Assembly election 2023 is crucial as it will determine the state’s political future for the next five years. The ruling Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) is seeking to retain power, while the opposition Indian National Congress (INC) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) are aiming to unseat the incumbent party.
