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Bhilwara sees 36.67% voter turnout as Rajasthan municipal polls begin
✍️ Amar Ujala · Rajasthan
🗓 09 Sep 2026, 02:17 PM
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The first phase of Rajasthan's urban local body elections began at 7 a.m., with Bhilwara recording a 36.67% voter turnout by midday.
The first phase of Rajasthan's urban local body elections kicked off at 7 a.m. today, with polling stations across the state open until 6 p.m. Election officials deployed staff and security personnel to ensure a smooth process.
In Bhilwara, election authorities reported that 36.67% of eligible voters had cast their ballots by the early afternoon. The figure reflects participation in the city’s municipal wards, where residents voted for councilors and mayoral candidates.
The turnout in Bhilwara is being closely watched as an early indicator of voter sentiment ahead of the remaining phases. Officials have urged citizens to complete their voting before the closing time, emphasizing the importance of civic participation in shaping local governance.
The Election Commission has confirmed that voting will continue uninterrupted until the scheduled close at 6 p.m., after which results will be compiled and announced in due course.
In Bhilwara, election authorities reported that 36.67% of eligible voters had cast their ballots by the early afternoon. The figure reflects participation in the city’s municipal wards, where residents voted for councilors and mayoral candidates.
The turnout in Bhilwara is being closely watched as an early indicator of voter sentiment ahead of the remaining phases. Officials have urged citizens to complete their voting before the closing time, emphasizing the importance of civic participation in shaping local governance.
The Election Commission has confirmed that voting will continue uninterrupted until the scheduled close at 6 p.m., after which results will be compiled and announced in due course.