Bypolls in the three assembly constituency i.e. Dharchula, Someshwar and Doiwala went off peacefully on Monday. Although intermittent rains dampened the enthusiasm of voters, around 49 per cent polling was reported till 5 pm. Although people have given their mandate, the final declaration would be made after counting on July 25. Till then, people will have to wait and candidates will keep their fingers crossed.
According to chief electoral officer Radha Raturi, poling went off peacefully in all three assembly seats. Due to rains, less number of people came out for polling. Although voter percentage increase in afternoon as the weather improved.
Since morning to afternoon, polling percentage was around 30 per cent. Around 20 per cent polling was reported in last two to three hours. Now, only one or two per cent polling percentage may increase because information is yet to be received from remote areas.
As per the election commission Doiwala reported 49.5 per cent, Someshwar reported 45.6 per cent and Dharchula reported mere 50 per cent polling till 5 pm.