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Palakkad, Kerala, to hold elections with Tamil ballot labels in select wards, impacting 28.6 lakh voters.
Summary
In Palakkad, Kerala, approximately 28.6 lakh voters are set to vote on Wednesday. Ballot labels in 93 wards, particularly in six grama panchayats near Tamil Nadu, will include candidates' names in Tamil, highlighting linguistic considerations in the election process.
Key Points
- Total voters: Approximately 28.6 lakh
- Voting time: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Wednesday
- Location: Palakkad, Kerala
- Tamil ballot labels: Used in 93 wards
- Reason for Tamil labels: Reflecting linguistic diversity in areas near Tamil Nadu
Full Article
Around 28.6 lakh voters will cast their ballots from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Wednesday. In six grama panchayats near Tamil Nadu, ballot labels will feature candidates’ names in Tamil, reflecting the region’s linguistic diversity.
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