Acting Chief Election Commissioner Reports Enthusiastic, Peaceful Voting Across Nepal

Kathmandu. Acting Chief Election Commissioner Ram Prasad Bhandari has stated that voting is continuing enthusiastically in a peaceful environment across the country. Giving a brief reaction to journalists after casting his vote, he mentioned that voting is taking place with enthusiastic participation from general voters in all 77 districts.

“Voting started in an organized and enthusiastic manner since 7 AM. Voter turnout and peace and security are extremely good,” he said, “After receiving the ballot paper, voting will be completed within one to two minutes.”

He called upon all stakeholders—voters, political parties, and candidates—to cooperate in ensuring enthusiastic and peaceful voting. He informed that counting of votes will commence immediately after the voting process is completed and ballot boxes are collected.

He further stated that the Commission is attempting to announce the results for the direct elections within 24 hours of the counting beginning. Additionally, based on the enthusiasm shown by young voters, he estimated that voter turnout would exceed 65 percent.