55% polling recorded in 2nd phase of Bihar polls

Patna: A record fifty five per cent turnout was registered in the second phase of assembly elections in Bihar. The polling is higher as compared to 2010 assembly and last year's Lok Sabha elections in these constituencies.

The election was held in 32 assembly constituencies spread over 6 districts of the State during this phase.



Briefing reporters in New Delhi, Deputy Election Commissioner Umesh Sinha said, the polling was most peaceful including in the naxal infested areas.

Mr Sinha said, an overwhelming response was seen among the female voters who outnumbered male voters. He said, the female voter turnout stood at 57.5 per cent against 52.5 per cent for male voters.