Bhubaneswar: The State Election Commission (SEC) today stated that 78.6% polling was recorded in the third phase of panchayat polls held on Sunday.
Sonepur registered the highest 87.44% voter turnout while Ganjam district was lowest at 66.75%. As many as 11 out of 29 district which went to poll recorded more than 80% voter footfall in the third phase of panchayat polls.
On the other hand, the SEC on Monday directed Collectors to ensure that proper measures are taken for making the counting process seamless and safe. Only doubly vaccinated persons will be allowed into the centres, the SEC stated.
