Archive · 25 Jul 2025
Uttarakhand Panchayat Elections: First Phase Sees 68% Voter Turnout
The first part of the Uttarakhand panchayat elections happened, where people voted for local leaders.
Overall, 68% of people voted.
Polling happened in many different areas within 12 districts.
More women voted than men.
Lots of people wanted to be leaders with over 17,000 candidates.
The next voting day is coming up, and we'll find out the results soon.
Everyone voted peacefully.
Uttarakhand's first phase of panchayat elections saw a 68% voter turnout.
Polling occurred in 49 development blocks across 12 districts.
Men voters accounted for 63% of the turnout, while women voters were 73%.
Over 17,829 candidates competed for more than 6,000 positions.
The next round of polling is scheduled for July 28, and results on July 31.
- Who
- Voters and candidates in the Uttarakhand panchayat elections.
- What
- First phase of Uttarakhand panchayat elections.
- When
- Polling was held on Thursday, with results announced on July 31.
- Where
- 49 development blocks in 12 districts of Uttarakhand.
- Why
- To elect local representatives for Gram Panchayats, Kshetra Panchayats and Zila Panchayats.
- Voter Turnout
- 68%
- Men Voter Turnout
- 63%
- Women Voter Turnout
- 73%
- Districts Involved
- 12
- Candidates
- 17,829+
- Positions Available
- 6,000+