Historic Voter Turnout in Jammu and Kashmir Assembly Polls

Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha congratulated the people of Jammu and Kashmir for achieving over 58% voter turnout in the first phase of assembly polls. Sinha thanked voters, security forces, and election officials, citing the turnout as a testament to Indian democracy's strength. Subsequent phases are scheduled for September 25 and October 1, with results on October 8.

In a significant development, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has praised the people of Jammu and Kashmir for a remarkable voter turnout of over 58% in the first phase of the assembly elections.

Taking to social media, Sinha applauded voters for their participation, terming the high turnout as a testament to the robust health of India's democratic values. He also extended thanks to security forces and election officials for ensuring a peaceful and fair electoral process.

This election is particularly historic as it is the first since the abrogation of Article 370 and the reorganization of Jammu and Kashmir into Union territories in August 2019. The next phases of polling are slated for September 25 and October 1, with vote counting set for October 8.

(With inputs from agencies.)