Turnout for the local elections reached over 60 percent according to the National Election Commission.

Turnout for the local elections reached over 60 percent according to the National Election Commission. It's the first time that the voting rate in a local election surpassed 60 percent since 1995. At least 25.8 million of 42.9 million eligible voters cast ballots. The increased voter turnout was influenced by early voting over the weekend, especially among younger voters. With citizens allowed to vote in any location during early voting, many young people pounced on the chance to make their voices heard. According to results, there were many voters in their 60s in this election, as well