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Tamil Nadu Postal Voting Begins for Elderly & Disabled Ahead of Assembly Polls

Postal voting has commenced in Tamil Nadu for senior citizens above 85 and persons with disabilities, with election officials conducting home visits to facilitate the process. Concurrently, voter awareness rallies, including one featuring women silambam practitioners, are being held across districts like Tiruchirappalli and Tirupattur to encourage full participation. The state will vote in a single phase on April 23, with results on May 4. The election is primarily a contest between the DMK-led Secular Progressive Alliance and the AIADMK-led NDA, with actor Vijay's TVK aiming to create a three-way fight.

Key Points: Tamil Nadu Postal Voting for Senior Citizens & PWDs Begins

  • Postal voting for 85+ & PWDs begins
  • Home visits by election officials
  • Voter awareness rallies held statewide
  • Key contest between DMK & AIADMK alliances
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Tamil Nadu polls: Postal voting begins for senior citizens above 85 and persons with disabilities

Postal voting starts for voters above 85 & persons with disabilities in Tamil Nadu. Officials visit homes as state prepares for April 23 assembly elections.

"Elderly voters are casting their votes from the comfort of their homes without any difficulty. - Election Officials"

Vellore, April 11

Postal voting has commenced for senior citizens aged above 85 and persons with disabilities ahead of the Tamil Nadu assembly polls scheduled to be held on April 23. Election officials, accompanied by armed police personnel, are visiting voters at their homes to facilitate the voting process.

In view of the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections scheduled for April 23, as announced by the Election Commission of India, arrangements have been made to enable senior citizens above 85 years of age and persons with disabilities to cast their votes from their residences.

Following the instructions of Vellore District Election Officer Subbulakshmi, eligible voters across the district have been identified, and election officials are visiting their homes to conduct postal voting. Necessary facilities are being provided to ensure a smooth and convenient voting experience.

Elderly voters are casting their votes from the comfort of their homes without any difficulty.

Meanwhile, ahead of the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, a voter awareness rally was held in Tiruchirappalli district on Saturday to emphasise 100% voter participation.

The awareness rally was jointly organised by My Bharat Kendra, Tiruchirappalli district, and Veeramangai Velu Nachiyar Youth Association.

Around 1,000 women silambam (ancient weapon-based martial art originating from Tamil Nadu) practitioners took part in the rally, performing silambam as they marched from Kalai Kaviri College of Fine Arts.

A similar voter awareness rally was also held in Tirupattur in Tamil Nadu, flagged off by District Collector Sivasoundaravalli, who led the campaign to encourage citizens to exercise their right to vote. Students participated actively, promoting 100 per cent voting and urging citizens to exercise their democratic rights.

Tamil Nadu will go to the polls in a single phase on April 23, with counting scheduled for May 4.

The main electoral contest is expected between the DMK-led Secular Progressive Alliance (SPA), which includes Congress, DMDK, and the VCK, and the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), led by AIADMK with the BJP and Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK) as allies. Actor-turned-politician Vijay-led TVK is attempting to turn the state elections into a three-way contest.

- ANI

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Priya S
The silambam rally for voter awareness is such a unique and powerful way to connect with Tamil culture while promoting democracy. Great to see young women leading the charge. Hope this leads to high turnout!
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Rahul R
While the postal voting facility is good, I hope the process is completely transparent and secure. There must be no chance of malpractice or pressure on these senior voters at home. The EC needs to ensure strict protocols.
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Meera T
As a person with a disability in Chennai, I appreciate this step. Going to the polling booth is often very challenging. This inclusion makes me feel my vote and my voice truly matter. Thank you.
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Karthik V
The awareness rallies with students and cultural programs are key. Tamil Nadu often has high voter turnout, and these efforts will help maintain that. Let's hope for a peaceful and fair election on the 23rd.
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Anjali F
Good move, but why only for 85+? Many seniors between 70-85 also have mobility issues. The age limit should be lowered to include more elderly citizens who face difficulties. Still, a positive start.

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