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Maharashtra Elections 2024: Hot day for voting! Stay hydrated and protected, but cast your vote

Updated On: 19 November, 2024 03:17 PM IST | Joy Manikumar

As Maharashtra goes for polls this Wednesday, we have curated a list for you to keep yourself hydrated as Mumbai faces a warm climate this week

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Know your polling station Familiarize yourself with the location of your voting station and the shortest way there. Knowing the layout can assist you avoid spending unnecessary time outside. If your polling location is overcrowded, search for shaded locations to wait

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Know your polling station

Familiarize yourself with the location of your voting station and the shortest way there. Knowing the layout can assist you avoid spending unnecessary time outside. If your polling location is overcrowded, search for shaded locations to wait

Be an early bird  Voters queued outside polling booths can face harsh temperatures to exercise their right to vote and democracy and as winter mornings are cooler compared to afternoons, to beat the heat, try to reach your respective polling booth in the morning

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Be an early bird 

Voters queued outside polling booths can face harsh temperatures to exercise their right to vote and democracy and as winter mornings are cooler compared to afternoons, to beat the heat, try to reach your respective polling booth in the morning

Stay hydrated Make sure you drink plenty of water before leaving the house. Carry a water bottle to remain hydrated while you wait. Avoid sugary and caffeinated beverages, as these can lead to dehydration

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Stay hydrated

Make sure you drink plenty of water before leaving the house. Carry a water bottle to remain hydrated while you wait. Avoid sugary and caffeinated beverages, as these can lead to dehydration

Wear cotton clothes Wear lightweight, loose-fitting, and breathable clothing. Cotton materials are ideal because they improve air circulation. Choose light-colored clothing that reflects sunlight instead than absorbing it

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Wear cotton clothes

Wear lightweight, loose-fitting, and breathable clothing. Cotton materials are ideal because they improve air circulation. Choose light-colored clothing that reflects sunlight instead than absorbing it

Carry an umbrella/cap Remember to wear a wide-brimmed hat or carry an umbrella to protect yourself from direct sunlight

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Carry an umbrella/cap

Remember to wear a wide-brimmed hat or carry an umbrella to protect yourself from direct sunlight

Carry essential  To stay energised, keep some food on hand, such as fruits or energy bars

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Carry essential 

To stay energised, keep some food on hand, such as fruits or energy bars

Take breaks If the queue is long, don't be afraid to take small pauses in a shady place to cool off. Ask a fellow voter to keep your spot in line, or notify the polling personnel that you require a little break. It's critical to listen to your body and rest if you feel dizzy or weak

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Take breaks

If the queue is long, don't be afraid to take small pauses in a shady place to cool off. Ask a fellow voter to keep your spot in line, or notify the polling personnel that you require a little break. It's critical to listen to your body and rest if you feel dizzy or weak

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