Nationwide voter education drive set to begin next month

Summary

The Election Commission is launching a nationwide voter education campaign next month to minimize invalid votes in the upcoming parliamentary elections, using model ballot papers and engaging both digital and in-person methods.

Key Points
  • The Election Commission is initiating a nationwide voter education program to reduce invalid votes in upcoming elections.
  • A million model ballot papers have been prepared for voter training using various media and volunteer mobilization across wards.
  • Invalid votes accounted for 5.06% in previous elections, with higher rates in proportional representation and in specific provinces like Sudurpashchim.
  • Experts emphasize voter education should go beyond technical instructions to include the civic responsibility and purpose of voting.
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