Home Voting Initiative for Absentee Voters in Kamrup District

Kamrup district is launching a home voting initiative for absentee voters, including senior citizens and those with disabilities, from March 30 to April 1, 2026. This program aims to facilitate voting for individuals unable to visit polling stations. Additionally, the district has successfully conducted the second randomization of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) and Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail (VVPAT) units, ensuring a transparent electoral process. The initiative reflects the district's commitment to maintaining the integrity and fairness of the upcoming elections.

By Narendra Chaudhary Mar 30, 2026, 10:21 IST

Home Voting for Senior Citizens and Specially Abled Voters

AMINGAON, March 30: The administration of Kamrup district is set to implement home voting services for absentee voters, specifically targeting senior citizens aged 85 and above, as well as individuals with disabilities, across six Legislative Assembly Constituencies (LACs).

This home voting initiative will take place from March 30 to April 1, 2026, allowing eligible voters who cannot physically attend polling stations due to age or health issues to cast their votes from home.

Polling teams will visit voters' homes according to a predetermined schedule. All eligible participants are encouraged to be present at their registered addresses on the specified dates and to assist the polling teams.

Second Randomization of EVMs and VVPATs

In preparation for the upcoming General Election for the Assam Legislative Assembly in 2026, the second randomization of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) and Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail (VVPAT) units was successfully executed today at the District Commissioner's Office in Kamrup.

This randomization was conducted using EMS 2.0, ensuring a transparent process for the allocation of EVMs and VVPATs to various assembly constituencies and polling stations. The event was attended by representatives from recognized national and state political parties, reinforcing the commitment to transparency and accountability.

The procedure was overseen by General Observers Devendra Kumar Pandey and Dr. S Bharati Dasan, the District Commissioner and District Election Officer of Kamrup, along with Deba Kumar Mishra, ACS, and the returning officers from the six LACs.

Candidates and party representatives actively engaged in observing the randomization process.

This randomization is a vital step in enhancing the integrity and credibility of the electoral process, with strict adherence to the guidelines set forth by the Election Commission of India.

The District Commissioner emphasized, "Transparency and fairness are fundamental to our electoral process. The successful execution of the second randomization demonstrates our dedication to maintaining the integrity of elections, ensuring that every step is conducted systematically, securely, and impartially."