source - PTI
Maharashtra Sets Record in Voter Turnout
Maharashtra witnessed a voter turnout of 65.02% during the 2024 assembly elections held on November 20. This marked the highest turnout since the 1995 polls, which saw 71.7%. The figure also surpassed the 61.39% recorded in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections and the 61.4% in the 2019 assembly elections.
District-Wise Turnout Figures
| District | Turnout (%) |
|---|---|
| Kolhapur | 76.25 |
| Gadchiroli | 73.68 |
| Jalna | 72.30 |
| Mumbai Suburban | 55.77 |
| Mumbai City | 52.07 |
Kolhapur topped the list with 76.25%, while Mumbai City had the lowest at 52.07%.
Efforts to Boost Voter Participation
Authorities launched campaigns featuring celebrities and icons to engage urban and young voters. The Election Commission set up over 1,185 polling stations in residential areas and provided essential facilities, including wheelchairs and waiting benches.
Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar ensured special attention was given to urban apathy. Despite Maharashtra’s high urban population, previous elections averaged 60-61% turnout. This year, voters broke the trend.
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