ECI Simplifies Voting Process for Elderly and PwD Voters

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Khritish Swargiary

New Delhi, April 12, 2024

In a pathbreaking initiative, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has provided the facility of home voting for voters above 85 years of age and Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) with 40% benchmark disability in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. This initiative marks a significant stride towards ensuring inclusivity and accessibility of the electoral process and in bolstering democratic participation.

Chief Election Commissioner's Statement

Chief Election Commissioner Shri Rajiv Kumar announced that by giving home voting facility to elders and PwDs, it is Commission’s expression of care and respect towards them. He hoped that it would set an example for society to adopt such measures in day-to-day life.

Examples of Home Voting

Several examples across the country highlight the impact of home voting:

  • In Churu, Rajasthan, eight PwD voters from the same family exercised home voting.
  • In Chhattisgarh, elderly voters from tribal districts exercised their franchise using the postal ballot at home.
  • In Maharashtra, ECI polling teams traveled 107 kms to provide home voting facility to two elderly voters in an LWE affected area.

Testimonials and Appreciation

Voters who availed the home voting facility expressed gratitude and satisfaction for the ECI initiative. This facility ensures that citizens’ right to vote is not encumbered by physical barriers and disabilities.

More Stories of Home Voting

Let's take a closer look at some heartwarming stories from different regions:

  1. Rajasthan's Example

    In Churu, Rajasthan, eight PwD voters from the same family exercised home voting. This exemplifies the strength of India’s electoral democracy and the ECI's commitment to ensuring every citizen's participation.

  2. Chhattisgarh's Tribals

    In Chhattisgarh, 87-year-old Indumati Pandey and 86-year-old Sonmati Baghel, from Bastar and Sukma tribal districts, exercised their franchise using the postal ballot at home. They expressed their gratitude to the Election Commission for the facility.

  3. Maharashtra's Remote Area

    In Maharashtra, ECI polling teams traveled 107 kms to provide home voting facility to two elderly voters in Sironcha town in Gadchiroli district, an LWE affected area. This showcases the Commission's dedication to reaching voters in even the most challenging locations.

  4. Madhya Pradesh's Appreciation

    Mr. BR Mishra from Jaysingh Nagar, Madhya Pradesh, conveyed joy and appreciation, highlighting the commendable work done by the ECI in providing such facilities.

About Home Voting Facility

The provision of home voting is a progressive measure aimed at empowering voters who encounter barriers to participating in the electoral process at the polling stations. Eligible voters must complete Form 12D and submit it to the returning officer within five days of the election notification to avail this facility.

The introduction of home voting stands as a testament to the ECI's commitment to upholding participative, inclusive, and accessible elections.

For photos and more information, visit ECI Website.

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