Mumbai voter turnout only 43.52%

Mumbai recorded an extremely disappointing voter turn out of only 43.52 per cent.

The low voter turnout in Mumbai is quite surprising as the polling percentage had been expected to be high in the wake of the recent terror attacks. Also, this year many film stars like Aamir Khan were campaigning for people to come out and vote.

Maharashtra overall recorded 45 per cent polling.

Low voter turnout could be attributed to number of possibilities. 1st May being Maharashtra day is a public holiday. With 30th April also being a public holiday for voting there is a possibility that many people opted to take a long weekend off and plan family outing. Its a shame that people have failed to use their right and contribute towards growth and progress of our country.