Seasonal migration leaves remote Gumba Polling Centre in Bajura nearly empty

Summary

Seasonal migration in Bajura's remote Gumba village leaves most registered voters absent during elections, with residents migrating to lower regions to escape harsh winter.

Key Points
  • Remote polling centers in Bajura face low voter turnout due to seasonal migration.
  • Gumba village has only 17 of its 73 registered voters present during the election period.
  • Over 70% of Bhote community voters in Bajura are expected to miss voting due to migration.
  • Gumba is the polling center with the fewest registered voters in Bajura, established only in 2017 BS.
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