The results of the Sarpanch and Ward Panch elections in 3,314 Gram Panchayats across 16 districts of Rajasthan, held in the first phase of the Panchayati Raj elections, were declared late last night. An overall voter turnout of 80.09 per cent was recorded in this phase. Counting of votes began after polling concluded. A total of 16,795 candidates contested the Sarpanch posts, while elections were held for 28,682 Ward Panch posts.

Polling took place from 7 AM to 6 PM, with voters exercising their franchise through ballot papers. According to State Election Commission figures, Mangta Panchayat Samiti in Barmer district recorded the highest voter turnout of 91.42 per cent, followed by Poogal Panchayat Samiti in Bikaner at 90.55 per cent. Meanwhile, Rani Station Panchayat Samiti in Pali district recorded the lowest turnout of 56.82 per cent. The election of Up-Sarpanches will be held today.