Today, voting is underway in the United States for the election of the 47th President. According to Indian time, voting will begin on November 5 in the evening. In this election, former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris are the main contenders. Polls so far indicate a tight race between both candidates, with experts suggesting this could be one of the closest elections in American history.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz is contesting alongside Kamala Harris for the Vice President position, while J.D. Vance is running with Donald Trump for the same position.
Voting Timings in the US:
Voting for the US Presidential election will begin between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM local time in different states, which is equivalent to 4:30 PM to 9:30 PM IST. Most polling centers will remain open until late evening or midnight, meaning voting in the US will extend into the next day in India.
In the US, voting is expected to be completed by around 4:30 AM IST on Wednesday. However, due to multiple time zones, voting times may vary across states.
When Will the US Election Results Be Announced?
Vote counting will start immediately after the polls close. While the candidate who wins the popular vote is announced as the preliminary victor, it doesn’t guarantee the presidency. In the US, the President is officially elected through the Electoral College, not directly by popular vote. This could mean that in some states an approximate winner may be declared, while others are still voting.
In most previous presidential elections, results are typically declared on voting day or early the next morning. However, due to the close competition this time, the results may take longer.
