Use any of these documents as proof of identity and Vote
Voters take Note
Bengaluru,April.24:Voters without EPIC can vote in the coming assembly elections to be held on May 12th, by producing any of the following documents as proof of identity. The election Commission has issued an order to this effect. The Election Commission has already issued the EPIC cards and the voters must produce the same to the returning officer before voting. In case they are unable, alternative documents can be used as proof of identity
The following documents have been listed by the EC as alternative proof of identity.
- Passport
2. Driving Liecence, Employees identity cards given by Centre/ state Govts/ PSUs or Private limited companies.
3. Passbooks issued by Banks or Post offices
4. PAN card
5.Smart cards provided by NPRDRGI
6.MGNREGA Job cards
7.Health insurance smart cards issued by the labor dep.
8.Pension document with photo
9.EPIC
10. IDs for MLAs/MPs
11.AADHAR cards
The EC has issued an order to the electoral officers to verify the above mentioned documents and allow the voters to cast their vote, in case they are without EPIC card. The voters must have IPEC without which voter will not be allowed to cast his/her vote, the EC has notified in its order
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Inappropriate for MLAs seeking free IPL tickets, says D.K. Suresh
Bengaluru: Bengaluru Milk Union Ltd President D.K. Suresh on Monday said it is inappropriate for MLAs to seek free IPL tickets, adding that those interested in watching matches should pay for them personally.
Speaking to reporters near his residence in Sadashivanagar, he said, “IPL is a commercial tournament and does not represent the country. It is not right for public representatives to focus too much on such matters.”
Referring to the recent controversy during the RCB celebrations, he said, “let us find out who benefited the most from the statements made during the incident.” He also pointed out that BJP MLAs had received IPL tickets as well.
Responding to discussions about relocating the Chinnaswamy Stadium, Suresh said the government has already approved the construction of a new stadium at a location he had proposed.
“I had suggested building a stadium in Surya City and submitted a proposal for it. Bengaluru needs four stadiums in four directions to cater to its growing population and encourage youth participation in sports,” he said.
He noted that apart from Kanteerava Stadium, KSCA, and the Football Stadium, there are limited facilities in the city.
“When I was a Lok Sabha member, I had proposed allocating 100 acres in my constituency at Surya City. The land was later earmarked and the plan approved,” he added.
Suresh said he has discussed the project with Minister Zameer Ahmed Khan, Rajiv Gandhi Housing Corporation Chairman Shivalingegowda, and Anekal MLA Shivanna.
“The Cabinet has now approved the project, and a stadium will be developed on around 50–60 acres,” he said.
He further added that he has requested the Deputy Chief Minister to build another stadium at Shivarama Karanth Layout through the BDA, where 40 acres have been allocated. Plans are also being discussed to develop a well-equipped stadium in Bidadi.
Commending state government's recent bilingual policy move, Suresh said forcing children to learn three languages could affect their comprehension.
“It is a good decision to make two languages compulsory. Learning a third language should be left to the choice of students and parents,” he said.
Responding to criticism from BJP leaders, he said their tendency is to oppose every decision of the government.
“To please their central leadership, they take a pro-Hindi stance. Instead, they should advocate for the adoption of Kannada in all states,” he said.
When asked about the earlier three-language policy under Congress, he said, “the situation is different now. Today, the focus should be on quality learning. Kannada should remain the primary language, while students and parents can choose an additional language.”
