In India, migration deprives many citizens of vote

In India, proxy voting does not exist in the country, so on voting days, thousands are missing out. This constraint results in lost wages during periods of absence from work and additional expenses for the return journey, making it difficult and costly for them to exercise their right to vote. Report by Léa Delfolie, Khansa Juned and Mohamed Sartaj.

May 19, 2024 - 06:00
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In India, migration deprives many citizens of vote
In India, proxy voting does not exist in the country, so on voting days, thousands are missing out. This constraint results in lost wages during periods of absence from work and additional expenses for the return journey, making it difficult and costly for them to exercise their right to vote. Report by Léa Delfolie, Khansa Juned and Mohamed Sartaj.
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