Voting commenced at 7 AM in 1715 booths under Pollachi Parliamentary constituency, welcoming first-time voters with saplings amidst early turnout due to heat predictions.
Coimbatore: Polling for the Parliamentary elections kicked off briskly across Tamil Nadu today. In the Pollachi constituency, among the 1715 polling stations, the process started promptly at 7 AM. The voting activity began early, especially in anticipation of the predicted hot weather which encouraged voters to turn out in the morning hours to avoid the heat.
In Divansapudur Government Higher Secondary School, a polling station near Pollachi, AIADMK candidate Karthikeyan cast his vote. In a special initiative to encourage democratic participation among the youth, first-time voters at this location were greeted with saplings as a welcome gesture. This act not only honored their first vote but also aimed to promote environmental consciousness among the new electorate. Eager young voters fulfilled their democratic duty with enthusiasm, contributing to the higher early voter turnout observed.
Forecasts from weather centers predicting a day of elevated temperatures influenced the morning rush, as voters wished to complete their civic duties before the peak heat hours. The provision of saplings was well-received, adding a memorable touch to the electoral process for those voting for the first time.