"accessible elections"

#13326413

15 February 2026

Former Nepali energy minister and chairman of the Ujyalo Nepal Party, Kulman Ghising (center), addresses the media during the manifesto unveiling ceremony in Kathmandu, Nepal, on February 15, 2026, for the upcoming election next month. The party pledges commitments ranging from free treatment services to expanded mental health care and the provision of specialist doctors at the local level. According to the manifesto, every citizen is entitled to free treatment through designated health institutions. The party also announces targeted programs for women and children affected by malnutrition. To expand healthcare access in remote and rural areas, the party plans to operate mobile clinics and telemedicine services. Giving special priority to mental health, the party commits to ensuring psychosocial counseling services in every ward. In light of the growing prevalence of mental health issues, it aims to make such services accessible at the community level. The manifesto also includes plans to expand specialist services at primary health centers and local health institutions. It pledges to appoint at least one specialist doctor in each local level, including orthopedic, gynecology, and pediatric specialists, enabling citizens to receive quality and accessible care locally. Through these programs, the Ujyalo Nepal Party aims to bring healthcare services within reach of all citizens, prioritize rural and remote populations, and strengthen the overall health system.

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#13326414

15 February 2026

Former Nepali energy minister and chairman of the Ujyalo Nepal Party, Kulman Ghising (center), addresses the media during the manifesto unveiling ceremony in Kathmandu, Nepal, on February 15, 2026, for the upcoming election next month. The party pledges commitments ranging from free treatment services to expanded mental health care and the provision of specialist doctors at the local level. According to the manifesto, every citizen is entitled to free treatment through designated health institutions. The party also announces targeted programs for women and children affected by malnutrition. To expand healthcare access in remote and rural areas, the party plans to operate mobile clinics and telemedicine services. Giving special priority to mental health, the party commits to ensuring psychosocial counseling services in every ward. In light of the growing prevalence of mental health issues, it aims to make such services accessible at the community level. The manifesto also includes plans to expand specialist services at primary health centers and local health institutions. It pledges to appoint at least one specialist doctor in each local level, including orthopedic, gynecology, and pediatric specialists, enabling citizens to receive quality and accessible care locally. Through these programs, the Ujyalo Nepal Party aims to bring healthcare services within reach of all citizens, prioritize rural and remote populations, and strengthen the overall health system.

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#13326415

15 February 2026

Former Nepali energy minister and chairman of the Ujyalo Nepal Party, Kulman Ghising (center), addresses the media during the manifesto unveiling ceremony in Kathmandu, Nepal, on February 15, 2026, for the upcoming election next month. The party pledges commitments ranging from free treatment services to expanded mental health care and the provision of specialist doctors at the local level. According to the manifesto, every citizen is entitled to free treatment through designated health institutions. The party also announces targeted programs for women and children affected by malnutrition. To expand healthcare access in remote and rural areas, the party plans to operate mobile clinics and telemedicine services. Giving special priority to mental health, the party commits to ensuring psychosocial counseling services in every ward. In light of the growing prevalence of mental health issues, it aims to make such services accessible at the community level. The manifesto also includes plans to expand specialist services at primary health centers and local health institutions. It pledges to appoint at least one specialist doctor in each local level, including orthopedic, gynecology, and pediatric specialists, enabling citizens to receive quality and accessible care locally. Through these programs, the Ujyalo Nepal Party aims to bring healthcare services within reach of all citizens, prioritize rural and remote populations, and strengthen the overall health system.

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#13326416

15 February 2026

Former Nepali energy minister and chairman of the Ujyalo Nepal Party, Kulman Ghising (center), addresses the media during the manifesto unveiling ceremony in Kathmandu, Nepal, on February 15, 2026, for the upcoming election next month. The party pledges commitments ranging from free treatment services to expanded mental health care and the provision of specialist doctors at the local level. According to the manifesto, every citizen is entitled to free treatment through designated health institutions. The party also announces targeted programs for women and children affected by malnutrition. To expand healthcare access in remote and rural areas, the party plans to operate mobile clinics and telemedicine services. Giving special priority to mental health, the party commits to ensuring psychosocial counseling services in every ward. In light of the growing prevalence of mental health issues, it aims to make such services accessible at the community level. The manifesto also includes plans to expand specialist services at primary health centers and local health institutions. It pledges to appoint at least one specialist doctor in each local level, including orthopedic, gynecology, and pediatric specialists, enabling citizens to receive quality and accessible care locally. Through these programs, the Ujyalo Nepal Party aims to bring healthcare services within reach of all citizens, prioritize rural and remote populations, and strengthen the overall health system.

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#13326417

15 February 2026

Former Nepali energy minister and chairman of the Ujyalo Nepal Party, Kulman Ghising (center), addresses the media during the manifesto unveiling ceremony in Kathmandu, Nepal, on February 15, 2026, for the upcoming election next month. The party pledges commitments ranging from free treatment services to expanded mental health care and the provision of specialist doctors at the local level. According to the manifesto, every citizen is entitled to free treatment through designated health institutions. The party also announces targeted programs for women and children affected by malnutrition. To expand healthcare access in remote and rural areas, the party plans to operate mobile clinics and telemedicine services. Giving special priority to mental health, the party commits to ensuring psychosocial counseling services in every ward. In light of the growing prevalence of mental health issues, it aims to make such services accessible at the community level. The manifesto also includes plans to expand specialist services at primary health centers and local health institutions. It pledges to appoint at least one specialist doctor in each local level, including orthopedic, gynecology, and pediatric specialists, enabling citizens to receive quality and accessible care locally. Through these programs, the Ujyalo Nepal Party aims to bring healthcare services within reach of all citizens, prioritize rural and remote populations, and strengthen the overall health system.

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#12182561

22 March 2025

The Election Commission of Sri Lanka launches the Election Dispute Resolution (EDR) Mobile App today at the Election Commission auditorium in Colombo, Sri Lanka, on March 22, 2005. The app allows citizens to report election law violations and disputes immediately to the Election Commission, resulting in a more accessible and efficient resolution process.

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#12182562

22 March 2025

A man checks his mobile phone Election Dispute Resolution (EDR) Mobile App in the Election Commission auditorium in Colombo, Sri Lanka, on March 22, 2005. The app allows citizens to report election law violations and disputes immediately to the Election Commission, resulting in a more accessible and efficient resolution process.

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#11592752

21 September 2024

A ballot box on a motorboat is pictured during home voting for senior citizens, ahead of the second phase of assembly elections in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, on September 21, 2024. Home voting is for elderly people and persons with disabilities. It is a novel approach of the Election Commission of India to increase voter participation during elections.

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#11592744

21 September 2024

Ghulam Mohammad Lattu, 86, shows his ink-marked finger after casting his vote at his home during home voting for senior citizens in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, on September 21, 2024. Home voting is for elderly people and persons with disabilities. It is a novel approach by the Election Commission of India to increase voter participation during elections.

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#11592745

21 September 2024

Ghulam Mohammad Lattu, 86, votes in his home during home voting for senior citizens in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, on September 21, 2024. Home voting is for elderly people and persons with disabilities. It is a novel approach of the Election Commission of India to increase voter participation during elections.

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#11592746

21 September 2024

Ghulam Mohammad Lattu, 86, votes in his home during home voting for senior citizens in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, on September 21, 2024. Home voting is for elderly people and persons with disabilities. It is a novel approach of the Election Commission of India to increase voter participation during elections.

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#11592757

21 September 2024

Ghulam Mohammad Lattu, 86, votes in his home during home voting for senior citizens in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, on September 21, 2024. Home voting is for elderly people and persons with disabilities. It is a novel approach of the Election Commission of India to increase voter participation during elections.

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#6872006

12 July 2021

FILE PHOTO dated 03/05/21 of Scottish Liberal Democrat leader Willie Rennie playing with a group of penguins at Edinburgh Zoo on May 3, 2021 in Edinburgh, Scotland. Willie Rennie has announced that he will be standing down as leader of the Scottish Liberal Democrats after having served in the position for over ten years.

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#6872002

12 July 2021

FILE PHOTO dated 30/04/21 of Scottish Liberal Democrat leader Willie Rennie taking part in an outdoor shinty lesson in Inverleith Park on April 30, 2021 in Edinburgh, Scotland. Willie Rennie has announced that he will be standing down as leader of the Scottish Liberal Democrats after having served in the position for over ten years.

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#6872004

12 July 2021

FILE PHOTO dated 03/05/21 of Scottish Liberal Democrat leader Willie Rennie playing with a group of penguins at Edinburgh Zoo on May 3, 2021 in Edinburgh, Scotland. Willie Rennie has announced that he will be standing down as leader of the Scottish Liberal Democrats after having served in the position for over ten years.

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#6871998

12 July 2021

FILE PHOTO dated 30/04/21 of Scottish Liberal Democrat leader Willie Rennie taking part in an outdoor shinty lesson in Inverleith Park on April 30, 2021 in Edinburgh, Scotland. Willie Rennie has announced that he will be standing down as leader of the Scottish Liberal Democrats after having served in the position for over ten years.

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