Pimpri-Chinchwad Civic Polls 2025–26 Record 57.71% Voter Turnout

Pimpri, January 16, 2026: The voting process for the Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) General Elections 2025–26 concluded smoothly and peacefully, registering an average voter turnout of 57.71 per cent, according to Commissioner and Election Officer Shravan Hardikar.

Voters from all sections of society, including senior citizens, women, persons with disabilities, first-time voters, and the general electorate, participated enthusiastically in what was described as the “festival of democracy.” Polling began at 7:30 am and witnessed a steady rise in voter participation throughout the day, with higher turnout observed during the evening hours.

Hourly Voter Turnout Trend

Voters responded actively from the morning itself across all polling stations under the eight Election Decision Officer offices.

* By 9:30 am, voter turnout stood at 6.56 per cent

* By 11:30 am, it increased to 16.30 per cent

* By 1:30 pm, turnout reached 28.15 per cent

* By 3:30 pm, it rose to 40.50 per cent

* By 5:30 pm, polling concluded with an average turnout of 57.71 per cent

Ward-wise Voter Turnout

Ward-wise polling percentages reflected healthy participation across most areas, with Ward 12 recording the highest turnout at 65.14 per cent, followed by Ward 2 at 64.91 per cent and Ward 23 at 63.37 per cent. The lowest turnout was recorded in Ward 19 at 49.22 per cent, while several other wards reported polling above the 55 per cent mark.

Monitoring Through Central Control Room

As per the directions of the State Election Commission, all polling stations were connected through webcasting to ensure strict monitoring. A central control room was established at the PCMC headquarters in Pimpri, from where Commissioner and Election Officer Shravan Hardikar closely supervised the entire process. Chief Election Observer Sudhanshu Rai and Election Observer Sarita Narke also visited the control room to review arrangements and receive updates.

Facilities Provided to Voters

Comprehensive facilities were arranged at polling stations for voter convenience, including drinking water, adequate lighting, toilets, and ramps for persons with disabilities. Mobile phone deposit counters with token systems were introduced to ensure security and smooth voting. Wheelchairs were provided for differently-abled voters.

Anganwadi and balwadi teachers, along with college volunteers, were deployed at polling stations to assist voters. Help desks were set up to help citizens locate their names in the electoral rolls. Adequate police security was maintained at all polling centres to ensure law and order.

Selfie Points to Encourage Voter Awareness

To promote voter awareness and participation, creatively designed selfie points featuring slogans, messages, and visuals were set up at polling stations. After casting their votes, many citizens, especially young voters, were seen clicking photographs at these designated spots.

Election Officer Inspects Polling Stations

Commissioner and Election Officer Shravan Hardikar personally visited several polling stations, including Al Manar Primary and Secondary School, Sai Jeevan Primary School, Master Mind, Global English School, and polling centres in Kudalwadi, Bhosari, and Chikhali. He reviewed the voting process and assessed whether voters were able to cast their votes easily using the facilities provided by the civic administration.

Overall, the PCMC elections were conducted in an orderly, secure, and voter-friendly manner, reflecting active public participation in the democratic process.