Karnataka’s voter gender gap flips
Karnataka's electoral rolls have flipped, with women outnumbering men by nearly 3.7 lakh voters, according to provisional data released by the Chief Electoral Officer of Karnataka up to October 16. However, the reason behind this reversal remains unclear, as detailed analysis is needed to determine the cause. The state's total electorate stands at 4.5 crore, including 2.86 lakh third-gender voters.
The figures were released as Karnataka approaches the final stages of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR), with the final electoral roll set for October 27. While women lead in 25 of the 34 districts, men remain ahead in the remaining nine. The statewide lead for women masks a more divided picture on the ground. The revision process has seen 99.6% of notices processed, with 19,365 cases still pending.
The final count will provide a clearer picture of whether the gender gap will persist after all applications and cases have been addressed.
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