Election Commission Discusses Overseas Voting for Nepali Citizens
Summary
The Election Commission is intensifying consultations on allowing Nepali citizens abroad to vote, studying legal, technical and administrative options. Officials are examining voter lists, polling arrangements, embassy roles and possible postal, proxy, electronic or mixed voting methods.
Key Points
- The Election Commission is discussing ways to enable Nepali citizens living abroad to participate in elections.
- Officials are studying voter-list collection, voting methods, polling arrangements and ballot management.
- Recent consultations were held with heads of Nepali embassies and diplomatic missions abroad through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
- The Commission is considering legal and policy changes, including embassy polling stations, postal voting, proxy voting and electronic or mixed methods.
