Finally after much drama, twists and turns, the Panchayat elections are underway in Andhra Pradesh. Across 2723 villages in 12 districts, the polling has commenced this morning and so far, it is progressing smoothly. In Kadapa, Kurnool and Krishna district the polling percentage reported so far is 8, 27 and 43 respectively.
In Prakasham district the polling percentage recorded is 19.23 percent while the overall polling percentage is 17.11 in the first two hours. TDP MLA Atcchannaidu who is in jail, casted his vote with heavy security in Nammada. After four decades, this place has gone for Panchayat polls and so adequate security arrangements are made.
The polling will be held till 3:30 PM and at 4 PM, the results will be declared. Keeping in view of sensitive areas at some places, AP SEC has restricted the polling time till 1: 30 PM.
Also keeping the Covid-19 in view, the AP SEC has provided PPE kits to polling staff. Also voters are asked to wear a mask to cast their vote.
This post was last modified on 9 February 2021 11:17 am
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