Women Voters Surge Ahead in Jharkhand Elections

In Jharkhand, women voters are emerging as a crucial demographic in the upcoming Assembly elections, with a notable rise in their numbers, now at 981 females per 1,000 males. This shift positions women as a potential deciding factor in 32 out of 81 constituencies, particularly in areas reserved for Scheduled Tribes and Castes. Political parties are actively courting these voters, with the ruling government introducing the Maiyyan Samman Yojana to provide financial assistance to women, prompting the opposition BJP to propose a competing scheme. In Raipur (South), the upcoming by-poll also highlights the importance of female voters, who outnumber male voters and could sway the election in favor of either the BJP or Congress. Meanwhile, Maharashtra has seen a significant increase of nearly 70 lakh registered voters ahead of its Assembly elections, with special efforts to include first-time voters and those with disabilities. As political campaigns intensify, concerns over the use of communal rhetoric have been raised, emphasizing the need for adherence to election conduct guidelines.