Global Nepali students call for digital voting rights for citizens abroad
Summary
Nearly 60 Nepali student groups from 10 countries have urged Nepal's leaders to implement digital voting rights for citizens living abroad in upcoming elections.
Key Points
- Nearly 60 groups of Nepali students from universities across 10 countries have petitioned Nepal's Prime Minister, President, and Chief Election Commissioner.
- They demand a digital voting system using national ID or passport-based authentication for Nepalis abroad.
- The groups highlight studies indicating i-voting as the most suitable method integrated with Nepal's national identity card system.
- They call for immediate action by the Election Commission and offer technical support to ensure full participation of Nepalis overseas.
