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International Delegates Witness Assam's "Festival of Democracy" in Assembly Polls

International delegates under the Election Commission's visitor programme visited polling stations in Assam to witness the ongoing Assembly elections. The Election Commission stated the delegates appreciated the scale and meticulous organisation of the electoral process. Over 2.5 crore electors are eligible to vote across 126 constituencies, with the BJP-led NDA aiming for a third consecutive term. Extensive security arrangements and polling personnel have been deployed to ensure the smooth conduct of the election.

Key Points: International Delegates Laud Assam Election Organisation

  • International observers witness Assam polls
  • Over 2.5 crore electors eligible to vote
  • BJP-led NDA seeks third term
  • 722 candidates contesting 126 seats
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International delegates witness polling for Assam Assembly elections, laud "meticulous organisation"

International observers visit Assam polling stations, praising the large-scale and meticulous organisation of the 2026 Assembly elections.

"They appreciated the large-scale and meticulous organisation of the polls. - Election Commission of India"

Guwahati, April 9

International delegates under the International Election Visitors' Programme visited polling stations in Assam on Thursday to witness people exercising their franchise for the 2026 Assembly polls, and to appreciate the meticulous organisation of the polls.

In a post on X, the poll body said that the international delegation appreciated the scale and management of the elections.

"Chunav ka Parv, Assam ka Garv! International delegates under the International Election Visitors' Programme #IEVP are visiting polling stations in #Assam and witnessing the poll, the celebration of the Festival of Democracy. They appreciated the large-scale and meticulous organisation of the polls," ECI wrote.

In another X post, the Commission wrote, "Early morning enthusiasm on display as voters queue up to exercise their franchise. Let's Vote!!"

Polling for the 126 seats in Assam began today. The counting of votes will take place on May 4.

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) is looking to secure a third consecutive term, while the Congress-led alliance, which includes Raijor Dal and CPI(M), will look to bring a change in the state.

In Assam, more than 2.5 crore electors are eligible to exercise their franchise for the 126-member legislative assembly. There are 722 candidates in the fray.

Of 2,50,54,463 electors, 1,25,31,552 are male voters and 1,25,22,593 females. 318 transgender persons are listed as voters, and there are 63,423 service voters.

Among the electorate, 6,42,314 voters are in the age group of 18-19 years, 2,50,006 are above 80 years of age, and 2,05,085 are persons with disabilities.

Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF), including CRPF personnel, have been deployed to ensure security at polling stations. Micro observers are also deputed in the sensitive polling stations to ensure smooth conduct of polling, the release stated.

A total of 1,51,132 polling personnel have been deployed for the conduct of the election. For polling purposes, 41,320 Ballot Units, 43,975 Control Units, and 43,997 VVPAT machines have been arranged, including reserves for emergency use. Additional polling personnel have also been kept in readiness, if required.

In the 2021 Assembly elections, the NDA, comprising the BJP, AGP and United People's Party Liberal (UPPL), won 75 seats, with the BJP alone winning 60 seats. The Congress and AIUDF had formed a grand alliance along with the BPF and the Left parties, but the alliance performed poorly with just 16 seats out of 126.

- ANI

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Arjun K
While I appreciate the effort, I hope the international delegates also spoke to ordinary voters outside the carefully managed tours. The real test of democracy is whether every citizen feels their vote truly matters and leads to tangible development.
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Rohit P
The numbers are impressive! 1.5 lakh polling personnel, thousands of EVMs, and inclusion of transgender voters and PwDs shows our system is evolving. Assam has come a long way in terms of electoral participation. Fingers crossed for a peaceful counting day on May 4th.
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Sarah B
As someone who has observed elections in multiple countries, India's electoral machinery is genuinely remarkable. The logistical challenge of reaching every corner of a diverse state like Assam while maintaining security is something many democracies could learn from.
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Vikram M
"Chunav ka Parv" indeed! The festival of democracy is the biggest in the world. But beyond the spectacle, what matters is governance afterwards. Hope whichever alliance wins focuses on Assam's specific issues like flood management and job creation for youth.
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Kavya N
Good to see the high number of young voters (18-19 years) and senior citizens participating. Democracy thrives when all generations engage. The deployment of CAPF and micro-observers in sensitive areas is crucial for free and fair polls. Let's hope for a good voter turnout! 🙏

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