High-Stakes Showdown in Kerala's Nilambur By-Poll
The Nilambur Assembly constituency in Kerala hosts a high-profile by-election, following the resignation of former MLA Anvar. Key candidates include M Swaraj (LDF), Aryadan Shoukath (UDF), P V Anvar (Independent), and Mohan George (NDA). Over 2.32 lakh voters are expected to cast their votes amidst tight security.
- Country:
- India
The by-election for Kerala's Nilambur Assembly constituency kicked off at 7 a.m. on Thursday. The process initiated amidst stringent security arrangements, featuring central security force deployment and an elaborate webcasting system for live monitoring.
Voters turned up early at 263 polling booths, where over 2.32 lakh registered voters will select from 10 candidates. Key hopefuls include M Swaraj of the LDF, Aryadan Shoukath of the UDF, independent candidate P V Anvar, and NDA's Mohan George.
The by-election emerged after Anvar resigned as MLA, citing disputes with the CPI(M)-led LDF. The day commenced with a mock polling session to ensure EVM functionality. The constituency's voter list records over 1.13 lakh men, more than 1.18 lakh women, 8 transgender individuals, and a mix of first-time, overseas, and service voters.
(With inputs from agencies.)
Google News