When his trial opened in late December, Mr Purnama denied blasphemy, saying his comments were aimed at politicians "incorrectly" using the Koran against him.
Despite the trial, Mr Purnama remains popular with many of the capital`s residents, for favouring greater access to education and healthcare, as well as efforts to improve the traffic-clogged city`s public transport.
The election in Jakarta is seen as a test of religious tolerance in Indonesia, the world`s most populous Muslim nation.
He is on trial for insulting Islam, after he accused his opponents of using the Koran to mislead voters.
Image copyright AP Image caption Basuki Tjahaja Purnama is facing the electorate for the first time since inheriting the postResidents of the Indonesian capital, Jakarta, are voting for a new governor, in an election overshadowed by the incumbent`s blasphemy trial.
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