In a significant move toward inclusive democracy, the Kamrup district administration has officially commenced a three-day home voting initiative starting today, March 30, 2026. Designed to ensure that physical limitations do not hinder the democratic rights of citizens, the program caters to senior citizens aged 85 and above, as well as Persons with Disabilities (PwD) across six legislative assembly constituencies. The facility, which runs through April 1, 2026, allows eligible voters to cast their ballots from the comfort of their residences. Special election teams have been dispatched to visit registered addresses according to a strictly pre-published timetable. District officials have urged all eligible participants to be present at their homes during these dates to ensure a smooth and cooperative voting process.
This initiative aligns with the Election Commission of India’s (ECI) broader goal of “No Voter Left Behind,” particularly focusing on those for whom visiting a polling station presents a significant challenge. Coinciding with the start of home voting, the Kamrup district administration also conducted the second draw of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) and voter-verifiable paper audit trail (VVPAT) units. The randomization process took place at the district administration’s conference hall, overseen by District Election Officer Deba Kumar Mishra, ACS.
To maintain absolute transparency, the procedure utilized the EMS 2.0 system. General Observers Devendra Kumar Pandey and S. Bharati Dasan were present to monitor the fair allocation of machines to various polling booths. Representatives from recognized national and state-level political parties also attended the session, ensuring that the distribution was verifiable and free from bias. The district administration emphasized that maintaining equality in the electoral process remains their highest priority. “This second allocation of voting machines demonstrates our commitment to carrying out the polls in a safe, orderly, and unbiased way,” a spokesperson stated.
With returning officers from all six constituencies actively involved in the monitoring process, Kamrup appears fully prepared for the upcoming legislative sessions. The combination of high-tech machine tracking and high-touch community outreach via home voting marks a robust start to the 2026 electoral proceedings in the region.
