Election Monitoring Report Finds Polling Stations Not Gender, Disability, or Inclusive Friendly

Summary

The report finds polling stations in the House of Representatives Election 2082 were not gender, disability, or inclusive friendly, highlighting issues with facilities and management during voting.

Key Points
  • The House of Representatives Election 2082 polling stations were not gender, disability, or inclusive friendly according to a report by 15 NGOs.
  • The report is based on observations from 160 polling stations across 24 districts and all seven provinces.
  • Polling stations lacked basic facilities such as drinking water, breastfeeding rooms, rest areas, and were not disability-friendly.
  • Complaints included disorganized lines, lack of first aid, rude polling officers, and insufficient adherence to Election Commission directives.
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