Guwahati, April 9 (NationPress) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma expressed his contentment regarding the remarkable voter turnout in the current Assembly elections, emphasizing that the fervor demonstrated by voters, especially from Hindu and indigenous groups, signifies a robust dedication to the democratic process.

After the polling concluded, Sarma noted a noticeable increase in participation from local and indigenous voters.

He described this trend as a favorable sign for democracy, asserting that such proactive involvement reinforces the electoral framework and showcases public confidence in governance.

Regarding the overall uptick in voter participation, the Chief Minister stated that this rising engagement is an inspiring sign, indicating that citizens are increasingly aware and enthusiastic about exercising their democratic rights.

Sarma highlighted that the peaceful nature of the polling, along with the enthusiastic response from voters, indicates a thriving democratic culture within the state.

He conveyed strong confidence in the prospects of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) coalition, reiterating his previous assertion that the alliance would clinch over 90 seats in the 126-member Assam Assembly.

Sarma remarked that the feedback from voters across various constituencies suggests a definitive mandate favoring the ruling coalition.

Moreover, the Chief Minister stated that the elevated voter turnout would ultimately enhance the democratic structure and contribute to a more robust, representative government.

He added that the final results will reflect the people's aspirations, as Assam has experienced one of its most participatory elections in recent years.

On Thursday, Assam recorded its highest voter turnout in a Legislative Assembly election, achieving an impressive 85.38 percent polling rate, demonstrating significant public engagement throughout the state, as reported by the Election Commission of India.

This turnout surpassed the previous record of 84.67 percent set during the 2016 Assembly elections, marking a significant achievement in the state's electoral history.

Officials characterized the polling process as predominantly peaceful, with only a few minor incidents noted in isolated areas.

According to provisional data released by polling officials, female voters slightly outpaced male participants, with women achieving a turnout of 85.96 percent compared to 84.80 percent for men. The turnout for third-gender voters was recorded at 36.84 percent.