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Summary:
The article reports on the first phase of the second ordinary elections to Telangana Gram Panchayats held on December 11, 2025. Polling took place from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM, with vote counting beginning at 2:00 PM. Thousands of candidates are competing for Sarpanch and Ward Member posts. Over 5.61 lakh voters will decide their fate. A significant number of Sarpanches and Ward Members were already elected unanimously. Webcasting is being used to observe polling stations.
News Article:
Telangana Gram Panchayat Elections Begin Phase One Amidst Webcasting Oversight
HYDERABAD, INDIA – December 11, 2025 – The first phase of the second ordinary elections for Telangana Gram Panchayats commenced this morning, December 11, 2025. Voters across the state are casting their ballots for Sarpanch and Ward Member positions in a process closely monitored by District Collectors and General Observers via webcasting at 3461 polling stations.
Polling began at 7:00 AM and will conclude at 1:00 PM, with vote counting scheduled to start at 2:00 PM. A total of 12,960 candidates are vying for 3,834 Sarpanch posts, while 65,455 candidates are competing for the 27,628 Ward Member posts. Over 5.61 lakh voters are eligible to participate in this phase of the election.
The Telangana State Election Commission reported a voter turnout of 19.58% by 9:00 AM.
Prior to today’s polling, 395 Sarpanches and 9,331 Ward Members were unanimously elected, reducing the number of Gram Panchayats holding polls to 3,836.
The election process is being conducted under the supervision of District Election Authorities, who are utilizing webcasting to ensure transparency and address any potential irregularities.
This story will be updated as results become available.
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