In the upcoming Assembly elections in Bihar, as a progressive move, the Election Commission has allowed optional postal ballots for senior citizens and persons with disabilities. The voters related to these categories can apply to the Returning Officer via Form 12D within a five‑day window following election notification.

Eligible voters who opt for it will have the ballot delivered by polling teams maintaining vote secrecy. Importantly, this facility is optional and separate from the postal department, with the EC itself overseeing dispatch and collection. This move could be a game-changer for voters who otherwise face mobility challenges or health risks on polling day.