Delhi sees low turnout; Congress, AAP complain of EVM glitches

NEW DELHI: Delhi on Sunday recorded a voter turnout of about 60% (65% in 2014) for the seven Lok Sabha seats. The elections were marred by a few instances of EVM glitches and missing names.

The turnout did not meet the expectations considering the awareness campaigns undertaken by the poll body, Delhi’s chief electoral officer Ranbir Singh said.

BJP, Congress and AAP are all confident of winning all the seven seats. From first-time voters to centenarians, there was enthusiasm across all age groups. Despite rigorous Ramzan fast and scorching heat, Muslims turned out in large numbers.


AAP’s Malviya Nagar MLA Somnath Bharti alleged EVMs in two booths weren’t functioning in the morning. Tilak Nagar MLA Jarnail Singh too alleged EVM malfunctioning.

Mudit Agarwal, son of Congress’ Chandni Chowk candidate JP Agarwal, alleged EVMs malfunctioned at a few booths in Matia Mahal and Ballimaran assembly segments.

South Delhi candidate Vijender Singh too echoed EVM concerns. Responding to the complaints, the CEO said faulty machines were replaced early in the day.