### Election Updates
**13:47** – **Dushyant Chautala Encourages Voters**
JJP leader Dushyant Chautala urged citizens to exercise their voting rights, stressing its importance in shaping the state's future.
**13:10** – **Kurukshetra Groom Votes Before Wedding**
Sunil Kumar, a groom from Pipli village in Kurukshetra, voted before heading to his wedding. "Voting is a priority, and I couldn't miss the opportunity to participate," he said.
**13:04** – **CM Saini Urges Full Turnout, Highlights BJP's Progress**
Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini encouraged 100% voter turnout, emphasising the BJP’s decade of achievements in the state.
**12:57** – **Naveen Jindal Votes, Confident in BJP’s Victory**
BJP MP Naveen Jindal arrived on horseback to cast his vote and expressed his confidence that the BJP would retain power in Haryana.
**12:47** – **Sangeeta Phogat: This Election is for Change**
Wrestler Sangeeta Phogat, voting for the first time, expressed her belief that this election represents a desire for change. She predicted a clear victory for Congress.
**12:44** – **Bajrang Punia Backs Congress**
Congress leader and wrestler Bajrang Punia highlighted the hardships Haryana has endured over the past decade.
He predicted Congress would win between 60 to 70 seats.
**12:41** – **Election Commission Expects High Voter Turnout**
The Election Commission is hopeful for a 70-75% voter turnout. Haryana’s election nodal officer, Manish Kumar Lohan, reported a smooth voting process despite minor technical glitches with EVMs.
**12:34** – **Voter Turnout at 22.70% by 11 a.m.**
As of 11 a.m., Palwal recorded the highest turnout at 27.94%, followed by Jind at 27.20%, and Mewat at 25.65%. The EC reported positive trends across several districts.
**12:22** – **Mahavir Phogat Criticises Congress’s Strategy**
Mahavir Phogat, uncle of Vinesh Phogat, criticised Congress leader Deepender Hooda for allegedly using his niece for political gain. He voiced support for those working for farmers, labourers, and traders.
**11:59** – **Bhupinder Hooda Confident of Congress Victory**
Former Chief Minister Bhupinder Hooda confidently stated, "Congress is forming the government, and the BJP is on its way out."
**11:55** – **Vinesh Phogat: Vote for Women’s Rights**
Wrestler-turned-politician Vinesh Phogat cast her vote as the Congress candidate from Julana. She urged voters to support a party that champions women's rights.
**11:43** – **Randeep Surjewala on Party Discipline**
Congress MP Randeep Surjewala emphasised the importance of party discipline, stating that personal ambition should not override party loyalty. He dismissed speculation about his aspiration for the Chief Minister role.
**11:39** – **Anil Vij Hints at CM Ambitions**
Senior BJP leader Anil Vij suggested that his seniority within the party might earn him the Chief Minister post. He expressed confidence in the BJP’s chances of forming the government.
**11:18** – **Gurugram Uses Drones for Poll Monitoring**
To ensure smooth elections, Gurugram district employed drones to monitor polling booths.
**11:16** – **Anil Vij Confident of Victory**
Former Haryana minister Anil Vij expressed confidence in securing a win with a significant margin, emphasising his long-standing dedication to the BJP.
**11:07** –
**11:39** – **Anil Vij Hints at CM Ambitions**
Senior BJP leader Anil Vij suggested that his seniority within the party might earn him the Chief Minister post. He expressed confidence in the BJP’s chances of forming the government.
**11:18** – **Gurugram Uses Drones for Poll Monitoring**
To ensure smooth elections, Gurugram district employed drones to monitor polling booths.
**11:16** – **Anil Vij Confident of Victory**
Former Haryana minister Anil Vij expressed confidence in securing a win with a significant margin, emphasising his long-standing dedication to the BJP.
**11:07** – 
**Senior Citizens Show Up to Vote**
Senior citizens in Haryana proudly showed their ink-marked fingers after casting their votes, participating actively in shaping the state’s future.
### Election Commission’s Monitoring
The Election Commission deployed 225 companies of the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) across the state to ensure a peaceful voting process. These forces, combined with drones and sector officers, are tasked with maintaining law and order.
The battle for Haryana is fierce, with all major parties bringing their best efforts. As the votes are cast and the numbers roll in, Haryana stands at a political crossroads, eagerly awaiting the verdict of its people.
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