In a determined effort to ensure that every voter can take part in the democratic process, polling and presiding officers in Assam’s Chamaria constituency travelled through difficult terrain and crossed the Brahmaputra river to reach remote polling stations ahead of voting scheduled for April 9.
According to election officials, the journey to these areas was not simple. The teams first travelled by bus up to Alikash Parghat, located on the banks of the Brahmaputra. From there, they boarded mechanised boats to cross the river and reach interior char areas. After crossing the river, the officers had to take tractors to cover the final stretch across sandy and uneven ground before reaching their assigned polling stations.
This entire arrangement was made to cover 21 polling stations located in char regions such as Batashidia, Kalatoli, Duramari, Shalmara and Balagaon. These are areas that remain cut off from regular road connectivity, especially during certain times of the year. Despite these challenges, officials ensured that all polling teams reached their destinations on time.
Election authorities said that nearly 10,000 voters are expected to cast their votes across these remote locations. Special attention was given to ensure that no voter is left out due to geographical difficulties.
Officials also confirmed that the deployment process was completed as per schedule. The Inland Water Transport Department played an important role in helping the teams cross the river safely and smoothly.