In Jammu and Kashmir, in a bid to promote maximum voter participation during the coming Lok Sabha polls, arrangements have been made for postal voting for elderly individuals aged above 85 and those with disabilities exceeding 40 percent. Akashvani Jammu Correspondent reports that this initiative aims to facilitate voting for individuals who may face mobility challenges or other limitations. Chief Electoral Officer, PK Pole said that efforts have been made to establish pink booths dedicated to women, booths tailored for disabled individuals, and separate booths designated for youth in every district. Moreover, specific polling stations will be staffed solely by women polling personnel, while others will be manned exclusively by personnel with disabilities. Additionally, booths will be operated by youth under 25 years who have served in government roles for at least three years. Mr. Pole further said that with an electorate of 86.39 lakh voters, including 2.31 lakh new voters, across 11,629 polling stations, comprehensive arrangements have been made to ensure the smooth conduct of elections.

Notably, 629 new polling centers have been established to accommodate the growing voter base. Additionally, measures such as the provision of reserve EVMs and VVPAT machines have been put in place to address any technical contingencies.