61.5% turnout in Punjab civic polls amid political clashes
India, May 27 -- Clashes involving supporters of Congress, AAP, BJP and SAD and allegations of booth capturing were reported at several places in Punjab during the civic elections that saw 61.5 per cent polling on Tuesday.
The final percentage of voter turnout may change after data is compiled by returning officers.
The local body elections are being seen as crucial for all major political parties of the State as these are taking place ahead of the Assembly polls next year.
Congress candidate from Ward number 4 in Raikot, Jagdev Singh Jagga, was injured in an attack with sharp-edged weapons by a group of people. He was admitted to a private hospital in Ludhiana, officials said.
Punjab Congress chief Amrinder Singh Raja Warring and Con...
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