RAJSHAHI, Feb 12, (v7n): An average of 57.84 percent votes were cast across the eight districts of Rajshahi division as of 4:00 pm today, according to the media cell of the Rajshahi Divisional Commissioner’s Office.

The highest voter turnout was recorded in Rajshahi district, where 70.55 percent of votes were cast by the specified time.

In contrast, Natore district reported the lowest turnout at 50 percent.

Among the other districts in the division, voter turnout stood at 59.88 percent in Joypurhat, 55 percent in Chapainawabganj, 61.08 percent in Sirajganj, 52.50 percent in Naogaon, 57.15 percent in Bogura, and 56.53 percent in Pabna.

Election officials said polling concluded peacefully in most areas, with vote counting set to begin following the close of voting.

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