Madhya Pradesh witnessed the first phase of voting on Friday, April 19, for its six Lok Sabha seats. Peacefully, with high-profile constituencies like Chhindwara, the state saw a voter turnout of 66.44 percent across these seats.

1. Voter Demographics and Polling Centers

Madhya Pradesh boasted a significant voter turnout with 1,13,09,636 eligible voters across its six constituencies, comprising 57,20,780 males, 55,88,669 females, and 187 third gender voters. For the initial phase, 13,588 polling centers were set up.

2. Voter Turnout Statistics

Approximately 66.44 percent of eligible voters exercised their franchise in Madhya Pradesh, with final figures yet to be confirmed. Notable turnouts include Balaghat at 73.18%, Chhindwara at 79.18%, Jabalpur at 60.52%, Mandla at 72.49%, Shahdol at 63.44%, and Sidhi at 55.19%.

3. Chhindwara Voter Turnout

By 6 p.m., Chhindwara witnessed a voting percentage of 73.85%, with final data awaited. In the previous election, Chhindwara saw a turnout of 82.39%. This year, the turnout stands at approximately 79.18%.

4. Candidates and Constituencies

Chhindwara saw Nakulnath, son of Kamal Nath, once again contesting, while the BJP fielded Vivek Banti Sahoo. Chhindwara boasts a total of 16,32,190 voters.

5. Sidhi Voter Turnout

By 6 p.m., Sidhi saw a voting percentage of 51.56%, with final data awaited. Last election, Sidhi had a turnout of 69.50%, while this year it stands at approximately 55.19%.

6. New Faces and Contestants

In Sidhi, BJP introduced Dr. Rajesh Mishra as a fresh face, while Congress showed faith in its former minister and SC face, Kamleshwar Patel.

7. Balaghat Voter Turnout

By 6 p.m., Balaghat witnessed a voting percentage of 71.08%, with final data awaited. Last election, it had a turnout of 77.61%, while this year it stands at approximately 73.18%.

8. Shahdol Voter Turnout

By 6 p.m., Shahdol witnessed a voting percentage of 60.40%, with final data awaited. Last election, it had a turnout of 74.73%, while this year it stands at approximately 63.44%.

9. Jabalpur Voter Turnout

By 6 p.m., Jabalpur witnessed a voting percentage of 56.74%, with final data awaited. Last election, it had a turnout of 69.43%, while this year it stands at approximately 60.52%.

10. Mandla Voter Turnout

By 6 p.m., Mandla witnessed a voting percentage of 68.96%, with final data awaited. Last election, it had a turnout of 77.76%, while this year it stands at approximately 72.49%.

Madhya Pradesh’s Lok Sabha elections of 2024 have seen a flurry of activity, with both established and new faces vying for seats across the state. With a considerable voter turnout, the political landscape is poised for intriguing outcomes.