The Chakma Autonomous District Council (CADC) recorded a 74.19% voter turnout in its Village Council (VC) elections held on Wednesday. Polling began at 7 AM and continued until 4 PM across the district, with voting at one station extended until 6 PM due to a ballot paper error.
Out of 37,883 registered voters, 26,652 exercised their franchise, including 19,162 males and 18,721 females. The district has 88 Village Councils, where 516 seats were contested by 977 candidates, including 151 from reserved categories. Vote counting commenced at 5 PM, though polling at Saizawh West was delayed by two hours due to an incorrect symbol printed for an Independent candidate.
Authorities ensured a smooth electoral process despite the minor printing issue, with officials affirming that the elections were conducted fairly and peacefully.
