International Delegation Praises Puducherry's Vibrant Electoral Process
Six-nation delegation lauds commends scale, precision of Pondy polls
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A 12-member delegation from six countries praised India's electoral process during their visit to Puducherry for the April 9 territorial assembly polls. They highlighted the meticulous planning, high voter participation, and inclusive features at polling stations, calling it a 'true festival of democracy.'
- 01Delegation from Kyrgyz Republic, Cote d’Ivoire, Moldova, Mongolia, Guyana, and Bhutan observed the elections.
- 02The visit was part of the Election Commission of India's International Election Visitors' Programme (IEVP) 2026.
- 03Delegates praised the scale, precision, and inclusivity of the electoral process.
- 04They highlighted features such as ramps, wheelchairs, and dedicated polling stations for women and persons with disabilities.
- 05The experience was described as a 'true festival of democracy' with record voter participation.
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A 12-member delegation from six countries visited Puducherry, India, to observe the territorial assembly polls held on April 9. The delegation, which included representatives from the Kyrgyz Republic, Cote d’Ivoire, Moldova, Mongolia, Guyana, and Bhutan, commended the electoral process for its scale, precision, and vibrant atmosphere. Chief Electoral Officer P Jawahar noted that the delegates were part of the Election Commission of India's International Election Visitors' Programme (IEVP) 2026. The delegates appreciated the meticulous planning and high voter turnout, describing their experience as a 'true festival of democracy.' They visited polling stations in Rajbhavan and Mangalam Assembly constituencies, where they observed various inclusive features like ramps, wheelchairs, and facilities managed by women and persons with disabilities. The IEVP aims to enhance international cooperation in election management and showcase India's electoral framework and best practices.
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The positive feedback from international observers can enhance Puducherry's reputation as a model for democratic processes, potentially attracting more international attention and cooperation in future elections.
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