CEC inspects accessibility of polling stations in Kazakhstan

CEC inspects accessibility of polling stations in Kazakhstan

The Central Election Commission (CEC) has completed its inspection of polling stations across all regions of Kazakhstan. The results showed a high level of preparedness for the Kurultai elections. Particular attention was given to ensuring accessible conditions at polling stations for voters with disabilities.

For example, in the West Kazakhstan Region, more than 2,300 voters require special arrangements. On election day, they will have access to 55 vehicles operated by the Invataxi service, as well as sign language interpretation. In addition, all polling stations are located on the ground floors. A call center is also operating in the region. Voters can find out the address of their polling station via a Telegram bot using their Individual Identification Number (IIN).

«A new format for informing voters has been introduced in the region, with special information kiosks set up at a major shopping mall, the airport and the railway station. Youth representatives are on hand at the kiosks, providing information about the election date, voters’ rights, how to check their details on the voter lists and, of course, about the political parties, as well as distributing informational materials. The young activists organize all the work themselves,» said CEC Secretary Shavkhat Utemissov.