Friday , November 22 2024

Physical disability does not become a weakness of elderly voters


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Ramgarh, November 20 (HS) Elderly voters also participated enthusiastically in the Ramgarh assembly elections on Wednesday. At 7:00 in the morning, first time voters reached the booth to vote. Similarly, there was a queue of elderly voters also. In this celebration of democracy, physical disability could not become a weakness of the elderly voters.

The Election Commission had made arrangements for ramps and wheelchairs for physically disabled and senior citizens. There was even an arrangement for a vehicle to take the person from home to the polling station, if needed. All these systems were used and the result was visible in the voting percentage. Elderly voters participated in the celebration of democracy by casting their vote. Also appreciated the arrangements made by the Election Commission. The elders also decided to first vote and then have refreshments. He reached the booth with his family members and even took a selfie after casting his vote. Elderly people sitting on wheelchairs participated in this celebration of democracy like first time voters.