International Election Visitors’ Program 2026 launched by ECI
¨ International Election Visitors’ Program 2026 launched by ECI.
¨ The International Election Visitors’ Program (IEVP) 2026 has been
commenced by the Election Commission of India for the upcoming legislative
assembly elections.
¨ The program has been inaugurated in New Delhi under the leadership of
Gyanesh Kumar along with other Election Commissioners.
¨ A structured initiative has been undertaken to showcase India’s
electoral system and best practices to international delegates.
¨ The elections in Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry have been included in the
first phase of the program for observation.
¨ A total of 43 delegates from 23 countries, along with representatives
from five foreign missions in Delhi, are participating in the initiative.
¨ In the first phase, visits are being scheduled from April 8 to April 9
to observe election processes in selected states.
¨ In the second phase, the delegates will visit West Bengal and Tamil Nadu
starting from April 20 to gain further insights.
¨ A comprehensive understanding of India’s electoral framework,
institutional mechanisms, and operational systems is being provided through the
programme.
¨ Exposure to innovations, transparency measures, and efficient election
management practices is being ensured for foreign Election Management Bodies.
¨ The initiative has been designed to strengthen global cooperation and
promote India’s democratic processes as a model of large-scale election
management.
