Assam | Sivasagar ready for counting of votes; 391 officials were deployed in key constituencies
The Sivasagar district administration has completed all necessary preparations for the upcoming counting of votes in three key legislative assembly constituencies namely 95-Demow, 96-Sivasagar and 97-Nazira. To ensure that the process remains transparent and hassle-free, a total of 391 officials have been deployed for the proceedings.
97-Nazira at the head of the district recorded the highest turnout of 85.57% with around 1,56,504 out of 1,82,885 voters casting their votes. In 95-Demow, 83.30% of the 1,78,953 eligible voters exercised their franchise resulting in a total of about 1,48,068 votes. Meanwhile, 96-Sivasagar, which represents the largest electorate of the district with 2,10,484 voters, recorded a voter turnout of 82.36% with around 1,73,353 citizens participating in the democratic process.
To facilitate the counting of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs), 14 dedicated tables have been set up at the counting centres, with the duration of the process expected to vary by constituency.
In accordance with election protocols, officials will prioritize the counting of postal ballots, for which there is special provision throughout the district.
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