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ECI Delivers Democracy Doorstep: Home Voting for Elderly in West Bengal

The Election Commission of India has launched a home voting facility for elderly and Persons with Disabilities (PwD) electors in West Bengal's Jhargram district. This initiative aims to deliver democracy to the doorstep, allowing voters to cast their ballots with ease and dignity from their homes. The move is part of the ongoing West Bengal Assembly elections, scheduled across two phases. The ECI emphasizes that this step strengthens inclusive participation in the electoral process.

Key Points: ECI Home Voting for Elderly & PwD in West Bengal Elections

  • Home voting for elderly & PwD
  • Initiative in Jhargram district
  • Ensures voting with dignity & comfort
  • Part of West Bengal Assembly elections
  • Strengthens inclusive participation
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ECI ensures home voting for elderly and differently abled, says "democracy delivered to the doorstep"

Election Commission ensures home voting for elderly and disabled voters in West Bengal's Jhargram district, strengthening inclusive democracy.

"Democracy delivered to the doorstep. - Election Commission of India"

West Bengal, April 15

The Election Commission of India, on Wednesday, April 15, posted on X about ensuring the facility of home voting so that every elector can exercise their right to vote.

In the post, it said, "Chunav Ka Parv, Paschim Bengal ka Garv!", highlighting the election as a matter of pride for West Bengal. It further stated that democracy is being delivered to the doorstep.

The ECI announced that home voting is underway across Jhargram district in West Bengal, and that the facility will be provided to elderly and PwD (Persons with Disabilities) electors. The step ensures that every voter can cast their vote with dignity and comfort from their homes.

The note concluded by stating that bringing the booth to the voter strengthens inclusive participation.

The post read: "Chunav Ka Parv, Paschim Bengal ka Garv! Democracy delivered to the doorstep.Home voting is underway across Jhargram district for elderly and PwD electors. This facility ensures that every elector can exercise their right to vote with ease and dignity from the comfort of their homes."

Earlier, the ECI, on Tuesday, announced that a total of 2,926 candidates are in the fray for the upcoming West Bengal Assembly elections, as per an official press note. The election is scheduled to be held in two phases in West Bengal on April 23 and 29, and the results will be announced on May 4.

After the final list was prepared, 1,478 candidates are contesting in Phase I across 152 constituencies, while 1,448 candidates are in the race for Phase II, covering 142 constituencies.

According to a press note released on Tuesday, the last date for filing nominations for West Bengal (Phase II) was April 9. The scrutiny of nominations took place on April 10, and candidates were allowed to withdraw their nominations until April 13, 3:00 PM. The Election Commission directed Returning Officers to publish the final list of candidates in the official gazette.

- ANI

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Priyanka N
A very welcome move. Ensuring dignity and comfort for our elderly and differently-abled citizens is the mark of a mature democracy. Hope the process is smooth and free from any malpractices. Jai Hind!
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Rahul R
Good step, but implementation is key. In my area, the information about how to apply for home voting was not widely publicized. The ECI must ensure awareness reaches every corner, especially in rural Bengal.
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Meera T
"Chunav Ka Parv" indeed! When we make it easier for every citizen to participate, the festival of democracy becomes truly meaningful. Proud of this effort. Let's hope for a peaceful and high-turnout election in Bengal.
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David E
Watching from abroad, I'm impressed. This is a model of electoral inclusivity that many other democracies could learn from. Ensuring access for all voters, regardless of physical ability, is fundamental.
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Anjali F
As someone with a mobility disability, this gives me hope. Voting should not be a physical challenge. Thank you, ECI, for this facility. Now, please extend it to all elections, not just Assembly polls.

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