Woman voter dies after collapsing outside polling booth in Tuljapur during local-body elections
Tuljapur
A woman in Tuljapur collapsed and died outside a polling centre during municipal elections, prompting a brief pause in voting before authorities resumed polling.
Tuljapur, December 2, 2025 – Voting for the local-body elections in Tuljapur was briefly halted after a woman collapsed and died outside a polling station. She had arrived early in the morning to cast her vote and reportedly lost consciousness near the entrance of the booth. People nearby rushed to help, and polling officials called for immediate medical assistance, but she was declared dead shortly after.
According to local officers, the woman collapsed suddenly and showed no signs of discomfort beforehand. The crowd standing in line alerted polling staff, who stopped voting temporarily so that medical teams and police could secure the area. An ambulance was called to the spot, but doctors said she had died before they arrived. The exact cause of the death will be known only after the post-mortem, which is now underway.
Witnesses say the situation unfolded quickly and left many voters shaken. Several people described the woman as appearing normal just moments before she fell. Officials said the weather was warm but not extreme and added that they cannot link the incident to heat or crowd pressure at this stage. They said it appears to be a medical emergency, though further examination will confirm the facts.
Election authorities decided to pause voting at the booth for a short time while police began their preliminary inquiry. The area was cordoned off, and voters were asked to remain calm. Once officials completed the initial checks, polling resumed without major disruption. The temporary suspension did not affect turnout in the adjoining booths, where voting continued as scheduled.
Local leaders expressed condolences and urged authorities to review medical preparedness at polling stations. They said such incidents highlight the need for basic medical support in crowded election environments. Some voters agreed, saying that first-aid facilities and water stations should be made standard during elections, especially in areas where long queues are expected.
Police have stated that there were no suspicious circumstances observed at the scene. They will rely on the medical report to determine whether the woman had a pre-existing condition or suffered a sudden health-related episode. Officers also said they would speak to family members to better understand her medical background.
The polling schedule in the rest of Tuljapur and surrounding regions remained unaffected. Election officials have urged residents to continue voting responsibly and assured them that adequate arrangements are in place. They said that while the incident is tragic, it does not pose any wider threat to the conduct of the elections.
As residents await the final medical report, the woman’s death has cast a somber shadow over the day’s polling. Many in the town said they were saddened by the incident and hoped authorities would take steps to prevent such tragedies in the future. For now, the focus remains on completing the election process smoothly while ensuring the family receives the support they need.
