The State Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities, Tongpang L Jamir visited the polling station at Ward-11 (Chaara) under Chümoukedima Town Council, to assess the accessibility measures and services provided for Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) during the polling process.

During the visit, the Commissioner inspected the facilities put in place to ensure a barrier-free voting experience for PwD voters. The polling station was equipped with a wheelchair and an access ramp to facilitate the movement and participation of voters with disabilities.

The Commissioner also interacted with the ADC/Returning Officer(RO), T Lemlila Sangtam NCS regarding the arrangements made for PwD voters. During the discussion, it was learned that there were two registered PwD voters to the polling station.

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One voter had already exercised it’s franchise in the morning, while polling officials were awaiting the arrival of the second PwD voter to cast vote. It is further stated that senior citizens and Persons with Disabilities were accorded priority and assisted in casting their votes whenever they arrived at the polling station.

The Commissioner appreciated the efforts of the election authorities in making the polling station accessible and emphasized the importance of ensuring that all eligible voters, including persons with disabilities are able to participate in the democratic process with dignity, independence and ease.

The visit forms part of the State Commissioner’s ongoing efforts to promote inclusive electoral practices across the State.