Turbulence and Tension: Pune's Civic Polls Under Scrutiny

The civic poll process in Pune faced challenges with allegations of money distribution and bogus voting. Technical glitches required the swift replacement of voting units. Complaints and evidence of ink being wiped off were reported. The BJP is predicted to lead post-counting.

The civic poll process in Pune experienced a largely peaceful election day, despite encountering allegations of money distribution and instances of bogus voting, according to law enforcement officials.

Joint Commissioner of Police, Ranjan Kumar Sharma, acknowledged the occurrence of several complaints related to vote manipulation and irregularities at voting stations. Election officials confirmed the smooth continuation of voting after replacing faulty control and ballot units swiftly.

Political figures like NCP leader Rupali Chakankar and Shiv Sena's Pramod Nana Bhangire filed reports against alleged voting fraud, using video evidence to back their accusations. The results are anxiously awaited, with exit polls suggesting a lead for the BJP in the Pune Municipal Corporation elections.

(With inputs from agencies.)