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Maharashtra zilla parishad elections record 68% turnout amid incidents
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Elections for 12 zilla parishads and 125 panchayat samitis in Maharashtra recorded a voter turnout of 68.28 percent. Parbhani saw the highest at 74.89 percent, while Ratnagiri had the lowest at 55.79 percent. Incidents in Solapur, including the discovery of reserve EVMs and a candidate taking a minor into a polling booth, sparked controversy.
As voting ended in the second phase of West Bengal assembly elections, Chief Electoral Officer Manoj Agarwal stated repolls would follow verification of EVM tampering claims involving tapes or ink. The BJP shared videos alleging issues in Falta constituency booths. The commission invoked its zero-tolerance policy while examining reports.
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A Central Observer's attempt to override Kerala's strong-room protocols led to a tense standoff Thursday evening at Baselios College in Kottayam, where CISF personnel allegedly pointed weapons at local officials. Officials from the state Chief Electoral Officer's office said the matter was resolved peacefully.