- Dibrugarh sets up 300 all-women polling stations for 2026 Assembly elections in Assam
- Total 1,322 polling stations across six constituencies in Dibrugarh district established
- Women manage all roles at these polling stations, promoting gender representation in elections
In a significant stride towards inclusive and gender-sensitive electoral practices, Dibrugarh district has set up 300 polling stations managed entirely by women, marking the highest number of all-women-operated booths in Assam for the 2026 Assembly elections.
According to officials, a total of 1,322 polling stations have been established across six Assembly constituencies in Dibrugarh. Among these, the 300 all-women polling stations stand out as a major initiative aimed at promoting women's participation and leadership in the electoral process.
Officials stated that these polling stations will be fully managed by women, including presiding officers and polling officials, reflecting the growing confidence and active involvement of women in election management.
The initiative not only highlights administrative efforts to ensure greater gender representation but also serves as a model for encouraging women's empowerment in democratic institutions. Election authorities noted that the enthusiasm and performance of women personnel during training sessions played a key role in scaling up the number of such booths this year.
Alongside this, the district administration has undertaken extensive preparations to ensure smooth and inclusive polling. Special arrangements have been made for remote and riverine areas, where polling teams will travel by boat to facilitate voting access for residents in isolated regions.
With over 10 lakh voters set to exercise their franchise on April 9, Dibrugarh's emphasis on women-led polling stations underscores a broader commitment to inclusive, participatory, and accessible elections.
The move is being seen as a landmark step in Assam's electoral history, reinforcing the role of women not just as voters, but as key stakeholders in the democratic process.
District Commissioner Bikram Kairi informed that elaborate arrangements have been made to facilitate smooth distribution. "Material and EVM distribution is being conducted efficiently with 51 counters set up at Dibrugarh Polytechnic. We expect the process to be completed by the afternoon," he said.
Highlighting the district's preparedness, the DC added that all 1,322 polling stations will be equipped with webcasting facilities to ensure transparency and real-time monitoring. "We are not anticipating any major issues, and all necessary measures have been put in place to ensure peaceful polling," he added.
Dibrugarh Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Gaurav Abhijit Dilip stated that polling personnel are collecting election materials from the designated distribution centre before proceeding to their respective polling stations.
"Polling parties for 1,322 stations will depart from here. Adequate deployment of police constables, Home Guards, and CAPF personnel has been ensured at all polling stations. We are maintaining strict surveillance as the election process reaches its final stage," he said.
