Alternative Photo IDs to Be Permitted for Voting in Upcoming Elections on May 25

Voters in East Singhbhum Can Use 12 Different IDs for Voting Without Voter ID Card

In a move to ensure every eligible voter can participate in the upcoming elections, East Singhbhum District administration has announced that voters can use alternative photo IDs if they do not have a Voter ID card.

JAMSHEDPUR – The East Singhbhum District administration has taken significant steps to ensure that every eligible voter can exercise their democratic right in the upcoming elections.

Voters will be allowed to cast their votes even if they do not possess a Voter ID card.

Instead, they can present one of 12 alternative photo identity documents to establish their identity at the polling booth.

The accepted documents are:

– Aadhar Card

– MNREGA Job Card

– Passbooks with photographs issued by banks or post offices

– Health insurance smart card issued under the Ministry of Labour scheme

– Driving License

– PAN Card

– Smart cards issued by RGI under NPR

– Indian Passport

– Pension document with photo

– Service identity cards with photographs issued by the Central or State Government, Public Undertakings, or Public Limited Companies to their employees

– Government identity cards issued to MPs, MLAs, or Legislative Council members

– Unique Disability ID (UDID) Card issued by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India

This initiative aims to facilitate the voting process and ensure that no eligible voter is disenfranchised due to the lack of a Voter ID card.

The administration’s decision is expected to significantly enhance voter turnout by providing flexibility and accommodating various forms of identification.

Voters are encouraged to ensure they carry one of the specified alternative IDs to their respective polling booths on election day.

This move underscores the administration’s commitment to a fair and inclusive electoral process.