Suryaa News Desk: The second phase of the 2026 urban local body elections concluded peacefully in the Pedana municipality of Krishna district on Sunday. Election officials reported a final voter turnout of 79.42 percent as of 5:00 PM.
The municipality comprises 28 wards with a total of 25,373 registered voters, consisting of 12,212 men and 13,161 women. A total of 20,151 voters exercised their franchise, including 9,752 men and 10,399 women.
Polling took place under police security, with officials noting that no untoward incidents occurred. At certain polling stations, staff provided wheelchairs to assist elderly and disabled voters. Women were observed queuing at polling stations starting from 8:00 AM.
The ballot boxes have been secured in a strong room under police guard. Election officials stated that the counting process is scheduled to take place on Tuesday at St. Vincent Pallotti School.