Simplified voting process for Kashmiri migrants in Lok Sabha elections

The Election Commission has made it simpler for Kashmiri migrants from Jammu and Udhampur districts to vote in Lok Sabha elections. They no longer need to fill 'Form M', which used to be mandatory before each election. Now, they will be automatically assigned to special polling stations where they live.

No More Form M, just Voter ID needed

Instead of 'Form M', Kashmiri migrants in Jammu and Udhampur will be assigned to specific polling stations. They don't need to fill any extra forms. They just need to carry their voter ID or another valid identification document when they go to vote.

For those Kashmiri migrants living in places like Delhi, the process is easier too. They can now use self-attestation instead of getting a certification from a gazetted officer. This means they can verify their own details.The Lok Sabha elections in Jammu and Kashmir will happen in different phases, starting from April 19. The votes will be counted on June 4.

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Why the change?

The Election Commission made these changes after hearing from Kashmiri migrant groups. They found that 'Form M' was causing extra problems for these voters. Now, the process is simpler, making it easier for them to exercise their right to vote.

If you're a Kashmiri migrant in Jammu or Udhampur, you don't need 'Form M'. Just make sure to carry your voter ID or another valid ID when you go to vote. If you live outside Jammu, like in Delhi, you can use self-attestation.

The Election Commission's changes mean that Kashmiri migrants from Jammu and Udhampur can now vote without the hassle of 'Form M'. This makes voting easier and more accessible for these voters. The Lok Sabha elections will happen in phases, starting on April 19 and ending with the counting of votes on June 4.

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