Srinagar 19 December (KNB): In the ongoing 8th phase of DDC elections, 26.07 per cent of voting was recorded across Jammu and Kashmir’s different constituencies till 11:00 am.
As per the statement issued to Kashmir News Bureau by State Election Commissioner, in Kashmir Division, Pulwama has recorded voting percentage of 4.35%, Baramulla 25.56%, Kulgam 4.66%, Shopian 3.79%, Anantnag 4.63%, Bandipora 30.77%, Kupwara 33.77% and Budgam 19.10%.
Officials further stated that in Jammu division, Kishtwar has recorded voting percentage of 34.15%, Udhampur 24.56%, Jammu 36.64%, Kathua 34.45%, Ramban 36.14%, Doda 34.02%, Samba 42.01%, Poonch 43.88%, Rajouri 40.68% and Reasi 41.87%.
Meanwhile, the Kashmir Division recorded an overall polling percentage of 16.08% while Jammu Division recorded 36.37% up to 11:00 am.
Pertinently, the voting is being held in 28 DDC constituencies, 13 from Kashmir division and 15 from Jammu division, where 83 and 85 candidates are in fray respectively.
According to the officials, 1703 polling stations have been setup in last phase of DDC Elections, 1028 in Kashmir division and 675 in Jammu division for smooth conduct of elections. (KNB)