Election Commission Operates Call Center Addressing Public Inquiries Ahead of By-Elections
Summary
The Election Commission has set up a call center to assist the public with inquiries related to the upcoming House of Representatives by-election on Falgun 21, providing services and clarifications on voting procedures, eligibility, and election regulations.
Key Points
- The Election Commission established a toll-free call center to address public queries regarding the House of Representatives by-election scheduled for Falgun 21.
- The call center operates six desks and handles up to 15 simultaneous calls to provide timely responses to voters and stakeholders.
- The Commission clarified that there is no minimum vote percentage required for the election to be valid; votes are counted irrespective of turnout.
- The Commission explained procedures to prevent voter list misuse, including removing deceased individuals registered with local levels and verifying voter identity at polling stations.
