Experience India’s Democracy: Election Tourism with Travebrate

Harshitha
3 min readApr 1, 2024

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Embark on an Adventure Beyond the EVM

As the 2024 Lok Sabha elections approach, there’s a unique way to engage with India’s vibrant democracy:Election Tourism with Travebrate. Beyond the usual campaign rallies and voting booths, Travebrate offers you a front-row seat to the extraordinary efforts undertaken by the Election Commission staff. Buckle up for an adventure that combines politics, adrenaline, and awe-inspiring landscapes!

Witness the EC’s Herculean Feats

1. Traversing Jungles and Snow-Capped Mountains
- Picture election officials trekking through dense jungles and scaling snow-capped peaks. These intrepid individuals carry the torch of democracy to the remotest corners of India.

Election commission setting up voting booths at extreme locations

2. Wading Through Rivers
- Imagine poll workers donning life jackets, wading across rivers to reach riverine polling stations. In Meghalaya’s West Jaintia Hills district, the village of Kamsing boasts the farthest and non-motorable polling station. It’s a place where betel nut farming meets civic duty.

3. Carrying EVMs on Horse and Elephant Backs
- The Election Commission ensures that every eligible voter has a say—even if it means transporting Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) on horseback or elephantback. These majestic animals become carriers of democracy.

4. Setting Up Polling Stations in Unconventional Locations
- Travebrate takes you to polling stations set up in tents, shipping containers, and booths in hamlets with lone voters. Gujarat’s islet-based polling station, housed in a shipping container, is a testament to innovation.

5. Scaling Heights: Tashigang’s Record-Breaking Polling Station
- Tashigang, nestled in Himachal Pradesh’s Lahaul and Spiti district, boasts the world’s highest polling station. At an astounding 15,256 feet above sea level, this tiny village witnessed all 52 electors exercising their franchise despite freezing cold temperatures. Himachal Pradesh itself had 65 polling stations between 10,000 to 12,000 feet and 20 polling stations above 12,000 feet—a testament to the EC’s commitment to inclusivity.

Travebrate suggests some booths which you can try witnessing

6. From Gir Forest to the Himalayas
- Travebrate’s election tourism takes you from the Gir forest, the last surviving natural habitat of Asiatic lions, to the world’s highest polling station. Imagine casting your vote amidst breathtaking views of snow-capped peaks!

Your Election Tourism Itinerary

1. Election Museum Visit (Delhi):
- Dive into the fascinating history of Indian elections and understand the electoral process that shapes our nation.

2. Powerful Political Speeches:
- Attend live speeches by influential figures like Narendra Modi, Amit Shah, or Rahul Gandhi. Feel the energy of the crowd as they hang on every word.

3. Stay Near a Lok Sabha Polling Station:
- Travebrate arranges accommodations near polling stations during the 7 phases. Witness voters exercising their rights firsthand.

4. Counting Center Excursion (June 4th):
- Join us at the nearest counting center’s public podium. Experience the tension and jubilation as incremental results are announced.

5. Prime Locations and Star Leaders:
- Explore spiritual Varanasi, scenic Wayanad, and politically charged Gandhinagar. Witness star leaders competing for votes.

Book Your Election Adventure

Travebrate election tourism

Travebrate doesn’t book hotels and flights, but we create unforgettable experiences. Be part of history—book your personalized election tourism itinerary now!

Note: Some content is sourced from economic times report and election commission sources

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Harshitha
Harshitha

Written by Harshitha

Started and leading Travebrate from a year now. Likes stories, reads stories and now writing.

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