India, March 28 -- Require special provisions, free trips home to participate in democratic process

As India gears up for the Lok Sabha Election 2024, a significant segment of the electorate finds itself facing an unexpected barrier: financial constraints preventing migrant workers from making the journey back to their hometowns to cast their votes. Despite their eagerness to participate in the democratic process, the harsh realities of economic hardship is rendering this fundamental right out of reach for many.

With meagre wages, the prospect of undertaking a costly journey home poses an insurmountable challenge for these migrant workers. For many, the choice between earning a livelihood and participating in the electoral process becom...