Many may skip voting due to travel costs, distrust in parties, non-listing
Summary
Many eligible voters in Nepal may skip voting in the March 5 parliamentary elections due to high travel costs, poor road conditions, lack of voter registration, and distrust in political parties.
Key Points
- Many voters living away from their home districts in Nepal are not returning to vote due to high travel expenses and poor road conditions.
- Approximately 35 percent of registered voters historically do not participate in elections in Nepal.
- Economic hardship and dissatisfaction with political parties are also reasons for voter apathy.
- Election manifestos have been criticized for ignoring critical issues like inflation and basic people's needs, further discouraging voter participation.
