The Jubilee Hills Assembly byelection witnessed a marginally higher voter turnout but was overshadowed by EVM malfunctions, allegations of bogus voting, and Model Code of Conduct violations. The BRS and Congress traded serious accusations, with multiple FIRs filed and the Election Commission stepping in to ensure order.

Hyderabad: Polling for the high-stakes Jubilee Hills Assembly byelection on Tuesday saw a marginally higher voter turnout but was marred by EVM glitches , sporadic clashes and allegations of large-scale rigging and cash distribution.

Amid widespread complaints of Model Code of Conduct (MCC) violations, the Election Commission (EC) ordered action against several Congress leaders, while police registered multiple cases, including against three sitting MLAs.

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