Himachal MC polls: Palampur witnesses robust participation across wards

According to reports received from election officials, over 50 per cent of the electorate had cast their votes by 1 pm across…

According to reports received from election officials, over 50 per cent of the electorate had cast their votes by 1 pm across all wards of the MC. In several wards, the polling percentage touched an impressive 65 to 75 per cent, reflecting enthusiastic participation in the civic body elections.

Polling remained peaceful throughout the day, with voters standing in queues outside polling stations despite the scorching heat. Election authorities had made elaborate arrangements to ensure the smooth conduct of the elections, while security was tightened at sensitive polling booths to maintain law and order and ensure free and fair polling.