ET Graphics: The rise of young voters in India

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voter list for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections is in its concluding stages. As of the first week of February, the compiled data indicates a total of 96.8 crore electors, as reported by Anubhuti Vishnoi. Notably, within this substantial voter base, 21.5 crore individuals fall under the age of 29. The comprehensive voter list is a crucial component in ensuring the democratic process, providing a foundation for the upcoming elections in India.


OLDEST VOTERS

• Highest number of senior citizen voters in Maharashtra — 26 lakh above 80 years and over 56,800 are over 100 years.
• 24.2 lakh of 80 years and over 32,800 centenarians in UP. 20,000 centenarians in both Bihar and Rajasthan.

VOTERS WITH DISABILITY

• In the context of voters with disabilities, Uttar Pradesh stands out with the highest number, exceeding 12.2 lakh individuals.

WOMEN POWER IN SOUTH & NORTHEAST

• In terms of gender dynamics, several states in South and Northeast India have witnessed a noteworthy trend.
• Kerala, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Goa, and Andhra Pradesh have reported an increase in the number of women voters compared to men.
• This shift indicates the rising influence and participation of women in the electoral process.
• A similar trend has been observed in states like Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, and Nagaland, emphasizing the evolving landscape of gender representation in Indian elections.

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