Thiruvananthapuram Gears Up for 2025 Polls with 28.87 Lakh Voters

Rapid Summary

• The total number of voters in Thiruvananthapuram district has increased by 61,074 for the 2025 local body elections,according to the final voters’ list published by the State Election Commission.
• The updated voter count stands at 28,87,264, compared to 28,26,190 in 2020.

Breakdown:

• Women voters: 15,45,277 (+55,990)
• Men voters: 13,41,958 (+5,076)
• Transgender voters: 29 (+8 from 21 in 2020)

Additional Data:

• NRI voters listed: 2,087.

Municipal voter distribution:

• Thiruvananthapuram Corporation has 8,21,436 voters. Neyyattinkara (66,274), Nedumangad (57,508) attingal (32,300) and Varkala (33,283) municipalities follow.

Background:

• A preliminary draft list published on July 23 recorded lower voter numbers (27 lakh approx.). In the last local body elections (December 8th 2020), eligible voter count was significantly less than current numbers.

Indian Opinion Analysis

The notable increase in voter registration figures highlights a growth trend that could influence political dynamics ahead of the upcoming local body polls. An increase of over 61K votes underscores active civic participation and possible population shifts within Thiruvananthapuram district since the previous election cycle. Women’s greater contribution to this rise is striking – they account for nearly all incremental registrations – reinforcing their critical role in shaping electoral outcomes.

While men and transgender demographics saw only marginal changes compared to women or NRIs now being formally accounted for (2K+), sustained inclusivity efforts are evident through increments across categories.

Given its importance as kerala’s capital district hosting significant urban areas like Thiruvananthapuram city corporation itself substantial adjustments within municipal regions observed proportional rises Still while datasets accurately reflect growing grassroots momentum policymakers preparing logistical challenges scale nearing concerns turnout potential impacts broader policymaking Period analyzing trends further public engagement necessary maximize regional representation efficiently ahead landmark year events

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