Clashes between workers of the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) and the YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) occurred in Pulivendula during the Andhra Pradesh urban local body elections on Sunday.
The incidents, which involved stone-throwing in some wards, took place in the hometown of YSRCP chief Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy. Police intervened to restore order.
Elsewhere, polling was described as largely peaceful by the State Election Commissioner. By 3 p.m., the state turnout was 48.03%, with smaller towns reporting higher participation than major cities.
Voting is underway for 100 urban local bodies, including municipal corporations and municipalities. Votes are scheduled to be counted on November 3.
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Source: thehindu.com
