The sixth phase of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections witnessed a significant turnout across 58 seats in eight states and Union Territories. Here’s a concise breakdown of the key statistics:
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- Total Voter Turnout: The voter turnout for this phase reached 63.37%, reflecting a substantial engagement of citizens in the electoral process.
- Number of Candidates: A total of 889 candidates contested across Bihar, Haryana, Jammu and Kashmir, Jharkhand, Delhi, Odisha, Uttar Pradesh, and West Bengal.
- Gender-based Turnout: Male voters turned out at 61.95%, while female voters exhibited a higher turnout at 64.95%. The third gender turnout was 18.67%.
- Highest Turnout: West Bengal, under TMC rule, recorded the highest turnout at 82.71%, showcasing active participation among its electorate.
- State-wise Turnout: Uttar Pradesh recorded a turnout of 54.04%, Delhi at 58.69%, Haryana at 64.80%, Odisha at 74.45%, and Jharkhand at 65.39%.
- Absolute Numbers: Out of 11,13,16,60 eligible voters, 7,05,44,933 exercised their franchise during this phase.
- Final Turnout Confirmation: The Election Commission emphasized that final turnout figures would be available post-counting, including postal ballots.
- Previous Phase Turnouts: The earlier phases saw consistent voter engagement, with turnouts ranging from 62.20% to 69.16% across different states.
- Overall Election Context: The ongoing Lok Sabha elections, spanning seven phases, commenced on April 19 and will conclude on June 4, with 543 seats at stake.
- Counting Day: The counting of votes for all phases is scheduled for June 4, marking the culmination of this extensive electoral process.
