Tamil Nadu Assembly election 2026: Audio-enabled VVPAT system sought for visually impaired voters
The Hindu·2h ago·Hope
What Happened
Nethrodaya, an NGO supporting visually impaired persons, has requested the Election Commission of India introduce an audio-enabled VVPAT system for Tamil Nadu's 2026 Assembly election. Currently, visually impaired voters lack assistive devices and must rely on others to cast ballots, compromising ballot secrecy. The organization filed a formal plea with the Chief Electoral Officer of Tamil Nadu.
Key Entities
NethrodayaElection Commission of IndiaTamil Nadu Assembly election 2026visually impaired votersVVPAT systemChief Electoral Officer Tamil Nadu