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Dharmapuri leads the way in green election model
Dharmapuri district showcased a green-elections concept by setting up five green-themed polling stations in each of the five Assembly constituencies. Facades featured coconut palms, plantains, and sugarcane to beat the heat, while saplings, seed banks, green booths, and sugarcane props enhanced the aesthetic. Seed balls, coconut palm selfie points, and refreshments such as buttermilk and porridge were also part of the polling experience.
Why It Matters
It signals a public-facing move to integrate sustainability into elections. The approach may influence how polling stations are designed in future elections.
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Green-themed polling booths deployed across five Dharmapuri assembly segments
April 23, 2026
On polling day in Dharmapuri, five polling stations in each of the five Assembly constituencies featured a 'Green Election' theme. The facades were adorned with coconut palm, plantains and sugarcane, while saplings, seed banks, green booths, and sugarcane props created a sustainable, visually pleasing environment. Seed balls, coconut palm selfie points, and refreshments like buttermilk and porridge were also part of the setup to ease the heat and enhance the voter experience.