Suryaa News Desk: Polling for elections in Andhra Pradesh has commenced in a peaceful atmosphere. According to officials, an average of 4.80 percent of votes were cast across the state by 9 AM. Voters have been standing in queues at polling stations since the morning to exercise their franchise.
District-wise, Palnadu district recorded the highest turnout with 12 percent by 9 AM. Anantapur district recorded 9.44 percent, while Kakinada district recorded 8.83 percent. Conversely, YSR Kadapa district recorded the lowest turnout at 0.5 percent by 9 AM.
Election officials expect the voting percentage to increase significantly as the day progresses. Tight security arrangements have been made at polling stations to prevent any untoward incidents.