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First day of Indian election is complete

Voters stand in a queue to cast their votes during the first phase of the Indian elections
Voters stand in a queue to cast their votes during the first phase of the Indian elections Source: AAP

About 900 million eligible voters are expected to cast their ballots to decide who will lead India's 1.3 billion people for the next five years.


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By Allan Lee

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About 900 million eligible voters are expected to cast their ballots to decide who will lead India's 1.3 billion people for the next five years.



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