Snow and migration keep 30 percent voters of upper Dolpa voters away
Summary
Heavy snowfall and seasonal migration in upper Dolpa have led to about 30 percent of voters being absent ahead of Nepal's House of Representatives election.
Key Points
- Around 30 percent of registered voters in upper Dolpa are currently away due to heavy snowfall and seasonal migration.
- Local authorities conducted a survey revealing over 1,300 voters absent from Dolpo Buddha, Chharka Tangsong and Shey-Phoksundo rural municipalities.
- Local representatives have urged the government to postpone elections in high-altitude districts or arrange transportation for voters.
- Prime Minister Sushila Karki has ruled out postponement and confirmed elections will be held as scheduled on March 5.
