For the first time in the history of Turkiye the longest ballot paper in Istanbul

Turkish media reported that the ballot paper for the state of Istanbul is long and wide, as residents will have to deal with a ballot paper measuring 97 centimeters long, which is the longest in the country's history.

According to the "TRT Haber" report, the printing of ballot papers has begun in Ankara in preparation for this day.

For the first time in the history of Türkiye the longest ballot paper in Istanbul

The ballot in Istanbul witnesses competition between 22 political parties and 27 independent candidates, which reflects the diversity of options available to voters.

The number of competitors for the presidency of the Greater Istanbul Municipality in the elections that will be held on March 31, 2024 has reached 49 people, including 22 party candidates and 27 independent candidates.

Prominent candidates in the Istanbul election race include Murat Kurum for the Justice and Development Party, Bugra Kavungu for the Geyi Party, and Ekrem Imamoglu for the Republican People's Party, in addition to a wide range of other parties and independent candidates who reflect a broad spectrum of opinions and policies.