Kerala assembly polls: Over 80% voter turnout in Palakkad

Palakkad: Palakkad witnessed a strong voter turnout in the assembly elections, with polling exceeding 80% in six constituencies. Among the total 12 constituencies, Chittur recorded the highest polling, while Thrithala saw the lowest.According to Election Commission's latest figures, Palakkad registered an overall polling percentage of 80.61%, marking an increase of over 3% compared to previous elections. The turnout was 77.85% in 2021 and 78.37% in 2016. The district ranks second in the state in terms of voter turnout, with Kozhikode securing the top position. Chittur constituency reported the highest polling at 84.63%, one of the highest in the state. In other key constituencies, Palakkad recorded 82.33%, followed by Malampuzha (81.89%), Nenmara (81.43%), Mannarkkad (80.77%) and Kongad (80.28%). Meanwhile, Pattambi (79.44%), Shoranur (79.02%), Ottapalam (79.28%), Tarur (79.07%) and Alathur (79.83%) recorded similar levels of polling. Thrithala reported the lowest turnout in the district at 78.73%.