Tripura’s Village Committee elections recorded a final voter turnout of 81.21% on September 28, 2026. The State Election Commission (SEC) also ordered repolling in three seats across two Village Committees after examining reports of irregularities during the original polling.
The repoll will cover two seats in Gamaria Village Committee under Matabari RD Block and one seat in Paharpur Village Committee under Amarpur RD Block. The SEC scheduled the fresh polling for October 3, with counting set for October 5.
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Tripura Village Committee Polls Record 81.21% Turnout
The final turnout of 81.21% came after the SEC revised the initial polling figure. Voting ended at 4 pm on September 28, when the preliminary turnout stood at around 79%.
However, thousands of voters were still waiting in queues at several polling stations. Presiding officers issued slips to voters who had reached the polling stations before the close of voting. Consequently, the turnout figure was revised to 81.01%.
The Commission then included 6,628 election-duty votes in the calculation. As a result, the final turnout reached 81.21%.
Polling took place across the TTAADC Village Committee election areas. The election covered 587 Village Committees in Tripura. After the nomination and withdrawal process, 1,644 candidates were elected unopposed.
Tripura Village Committee Polls Cover 432 Committees
Voting was required in 432 Village Committees spread across 44 RD blocks. The contested process involved 1,768 constituencies and 2,956 seats.
A total of 8,176 candidates contested these seats. Meanwhile, 6,58,247 voters were assigned to 1,095 polling stations for the contested areas.
The high overall turnout therefore reflected participation across a large number of polling areas. Moreover, the final figure included voters who remained in queues after the scheduled closing time and election-duty votes.
The SEC described the polling as largely peaceful while acknowledging isolated incidents. Additionally, the Commission received eight complaints from political parties concerning the conduct of polling. Several complaints involved allegations that polling agents faced obstruction or could not perform their duties.
The Commission sought reports from observers and returning officers before taking decisions on the complaints. Some matters were closed after officials found insufficient grounds, while other inquiries remained pending.
Repoll Ordered in Three Village Committee Seats
The SEC ordered repolling in three seats following its examination of reports from election officials. Two affected seats are in Gamaria Village Committee under Matabari RD Block, while the third is in Paharpur Village Committee under Amarpur RD Block.
In Gamaria, the SEC cited reports involving booth capturing and alleged tampering with ballot boxes and ballot papers. At Paharpur, the Commission cited discrepancies involving election symbols and the printing of ballot papers.
The repoll will begin at 7 am on October 3. The SEC has scheduled counting for 8 am on October 5 at designated centres.
The repoll order follows the election rules governing fresh polling when the Commission determines that irregularities require a new vote. The official rules provide for a fresh poll when a polling station’s vote is declared void under the applicable provisions.
Complaints Remain Under SEC Review
The repoll decision came alongside a broader review of complaints submitted after polling. The SEC received eight complaints from political parties and requested reports from election observers and returning officers.
However, not every complaint resulted in a repoll order. The Commission said some complaints had been closed, while inquiries into others were continuing.
This distinction is important because allegations made by political parties do not automatically establish an election violation. Instead, the SEC examines official reports and other available records before deciding whether further action is necessary.
Meanwhile, the Commission also received a representation from TIPRA Motha concerning an incident at Warengbari during polling. The matter involved reports of injuries to a party candidate and two other people. The SEC referred the matter to police and the Home Department for necessary action.
Therefore, the post-poll review includes both polling-related complaints and separate incidents reported around election day.
Repoll to Precede October 5 Counting
The October 3 repoll will take place before the scheduled counting of votes on October 5. This allows the fresh votes from the affected seats to form part of the final counting process.
The three affected seats are limited to two Village Committees. Two are located in Gamaria Village Committee under Matabari RD Block, while one is in Paharpur Village Committee under Amarpur RD Block.
The SEC’s decision also provides a formal response to the irregularities reported during the original election. Rather than relying solely on political complaints, the Commission examined reports submitted by returning officers before issuing the repoll order.
Furthermore, the Commission continues to examine other complaints from the election. Any additional action will depend on the findings of those inquiries.
The outcome of the repoll will therefore form part of the final Village Committee election results. Until counting takes place, the results for the affected seats cannot be considered final.
Conclusion
The Tripura Village Committee polls recorded a final turnout of 81.21% after the SEC included voters who remained in queues and 6,628 election-duty votes in the final calculation. Polling covered 587 Village Committees, while voting was required in 432 committees after uncontested seats were excluded.
The SEC has ordered repolling in three seats. The affected seats are two in Gamaria Village Committee and one in Paharpur Village Committee. The fresh polling will take place on October 3, followed by counting on October 5.
The Commission has also continued examining complaints submitted by political parties. Therefore, further decisions could follow if ongoing inquiries establish additional irregularities.
FAQs
What was the final turnout in the Tripura Village Committee polls?
The final voter turnout was 81.21%, according to the State Election Commission.
How many seats will see repolling?
Repolling has been ordered in three seats across two Village Committees.
Which Village Committees are involved in the repoll?
The affected committees are Gamaria Village Committee under Matabari RD Block and Paharpur Village Committee under Amarpur RD Block in Gomati district.
When will the repoll take place?
The repoll is scheduled for October 3, 2026, from 7 am. Counting is scheduled for October 5 from 8 am.
Why was repolling ordered?
The SEC cited reports of booth capturing and alleged tampering with ballot boxes and papers in Gamaria. At Paharpur, the Commission cited discrepancies involving election symbols and ballot-paper printing.