Ludhiana West Bypoll: A Political Litmus Test

The Ludhiana West bypoll recorded a voter turnout of 49.07% until 5 PM. The election is crucial for assessing the popularity of the AAP government's policies among urban voters. The bypoll is also significant for other parties like Congress, BJP, and SAD, who are contesting to gain this pivotal seat.

The bypoll in Ludhiana West saw a voter turnout of 49.07% by 5 PM on polling day, with the potential for this number to rise as data continues to be collected. The election, crucial for the AAP government under Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, serves as a reflection of its policy popularity among urban voters.

Voter participation increased steadily throughout the day, with early morning figures at 8.50%, reaching 41.04% by 3 PM. A total of 1,75,469 voters were eligible, including women and the third gender, to decide the fate of 14 candidates.

The contest holds significant implications for political parties including AAP, Congress, BJP, and SAD, each of whom has deployed notable figures to secure the seat in a high-stakes political showdown.

(With inputs from agencies.)