Independent Candidates May Decide Vizianagaram Municipal Polls

Independent candidates are expected to serve as kingmakers in the Vizianagaram municipal elections following a 62.73% voter turnout. Analysts suggest their performance will be decisive in tight races between YSRCP and the NDA alliance, where margins are projected to be between 3,500 and 4,500 votes.

With 169 candidates contesting for 62 divisions, the major parties are worried about cross-voting and the impact of independents. While counting for the mayoral and corporator posts is scheduled for Tuesday at designated venues, the outcome remains uncertain as candidates await results.

Editor's note: Concise summary that accurately reflects the source's data on turnout and the potential impact of independent candidates.