India News | Odisha Records Approximately 71 Pc Polling in Second Phase of Panchayat Election
Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. Odisha recorded approximately 71 per cent polling in the second phase of the panchayat election.
Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], February 19 (ANI): Odisha recorded approximately 71 per cent polling in the second phase of the panchayat election.
Speaking to ANI, Odisha State Election Commission Secretary Rabindra Nath Sahu said, "The second phase of polling out of the five phases held on Friday. The polling was by in large peaceful. The polling was held in 1514 gram panchayats for electing 186 Zilla Parishad members. The overall percentage as per the preliminary report is 71 per cent. The percentage is likely to increase once we get the exact figure."
Also Read | Madhya Pradesh Shocker: Woman Gets Hubby Arrested for Covering up Daughter’s Rape in Dhar.
The first phase of polling for the three-tier panchayat elections was affected by incidents of violence including clashes, firing and booth capturing across the state on Wednesday.
Speaking on this, Rabindra Nath Sahu said, "The Commission has taken strong steps in first phase violence. A meeting was organised by the Chief Secretary of the EC and the Odisha Police' DGP was present. Strict instructions were given for the enforcement of law and order. There is a marked improvement in the law and order situation in the second phase."
The rest of the phases of the three-tier panchayat elections will be held on February 20, 22, and 24. The poll panel has fixed polling hours from 7 am to 1 pm. (ANI)
(The above story is verified and authored by ANI staff, ANI is South Asia's leading multimedia news agency with over 100 bureaus in India, South Asia and across the globe. ANI brings the latest news on Politics and Current Affairs in India & around the World, Sports, Health, Fitness, Entertainment, & News. The views appearing in the above post do not reflect the opinions of LatestLY)