The Commission also clarified that a voter must be registered in the electoral roll to vote. (Image: X/@ECISVEEP)

New Delhi: Election Commission announcement: The Election Commission has stated that voters who do not possess an Elector Photo Identity Card (EPIC) will be able to vote in the Bihar Assembly election by presenting one of the 12 alternative photo identity cards. The Commission has made this arrangement for the convenience of voters whose names are listed on the electoral roll but, for some reason, are unable to present their EPIC.

Directions to all Chief Electoral Officers

The Election Commission stated that under the Representation of the People Act, 1951, and the Electoral Roll Rules, 1960, it has the authority to direct the issuance of EPICs to ensure voter identity and

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