BENGALURU, April 10 -- The by-elections to the Bagalkot and Davanagere South assembly constituencies concluded on Thursday with both seats recording turnout above 68%, amid scattered tensions, technical disruptions and allegations of inducements during the day.

According to figures released by the Election Commission of India (ECI), turnout reached 68.74% in Bagalkot and 68.43% in Davanagere South when polling closed. Polling began at 7 am and continued until 6 pm.

The day began slowly, with participation crossing 20% only after the first four hours. Voting accelerated by early afternoon: by 1 pm, turnout stood at 37.17% in Davanagere South and 43.75% in Bagalkot. By 3 pm, Davanagere South had reached 49.66%, while Bagalkot remained at ...