Elderly and Disabled Voters Participate Actively in Elections
Elderly, persons with disabilities make their way to polling stations
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In Coimbatore district, Tamil Nadu, India, elderly and disabled voters demonstrated their determination to participate in the electoral process. Notably, 107-year-old K. Ponnusamy was among those who cast their votes, highlighting that age and disability do not hinder civic engagement.
- 01107-year-old K. Ponnusamy voted in Sithanaickenpalayam, inspiring others.
- 02Coimbatore district has over 20,000 voters aged 85 and above.
- 03More than 15,000 persons with disabilities are registered to vote in the district.
- 047,583 senior citizens and 1,692 persons with disabilities opted for postal ballots.
- 05A significant turnout was recorded among elderly and disabled voters.
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On April 23, 2026, polling stations in Coimbatore and Tiruppur districts of Tamil Nadu, India, witnessed a remarkable turnout of elderly and differently abled voters. Among them was 107-year-old K. Ponnusamy, who made headlines by casting his vote in Sithanaickenpalayam. The Coimbatore district alone has 20,566 voters aged 85 and above and 15,420 persons with disabilities. Of these, 7,583 senior citizens and 1,692 persons with disabilities registered for postal ballots, with 6,863 voters in the 85+ age category and 1,600 persons with disabilities successfully voting via this method. This event showcased the resilience and determination of these groups to exercise their democratic rights, emphasizing that age and disability should not prevent participation in the electoral process.
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The active participation of elderly and disabled voters encourages inclusivity in the electoral process, ensuring that their voices are heard.
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