State sees 73.97% turnout in first phase of polling 0 14.05.2024 11:54 «The Times of India» (indiatimes.com) Odisha's first phase polling records 73.97% turnout. Specific seat data reveals varied percentages. Over 62.87 lakh electors participated. The electoral fate of 280 candidates is in EVMs. High stakes between BJD and BJP.