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Rajasthan Local Body Elections: 72.9% Turnout, Jaipur Rural 87.7%
✍️ Amar Ujala · Jaipur
🗓 09 Sep 2026, 07:47 PM
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In Rajasthan's local body polls, voter turnout reached 72.9% across 162 bodies, with Jaipur Rural achieving a high 87.7%.
Rajasthan’s local body elections saw a voter turnout of 72.9% across 162 bodies, according to preliminary results released by the state election commission. The figure reflects a steady engagement from the electorate in the state’s grassroots governance polls.
In Jaipur district, the turnout was notably higher, with Jaipur Rural polling booths recording 87.7% participation. The elevated turnout in the rural area is seen as a positive sign for the democratic process at the local level.
These elections are part of Rajasthan’s effort to strengthen local self‑governance, allowing residents to elect representatives for municipal and panchayat bodies. The results are expected to shape the political landscape of the state’s rural and urban communities.
The election commission will soon announce final results for the remaining bodies, which will complete the tally for the entire state.
In Jaipur district, the turnout was notably higher, with Jaipur Rural polling booths recording 87.7% participation. The elevated turnout in the rural area is seen as a positive sign for the democratic process at the local level.
These elections are part of Rajasthan’s effort to strengthen local self‑governance, allowing residents to elect representatives for municipal and panchayat bodies. The results are expected to shape the political landscape of the state’s rural and urban communities.
The election commission will soon announce final results for the remaining bodies, which will complete the tally for the entire state.