How to download digital voter ID from Digilocker before Bihar elections, what will people living in Delhi and Punjab have to do?

Digital Voter ID for Bihar Election: Preparations are in full swing for the Bihar Assembly elections. The first phase of voting is just a few days away. Voting is scheduled for November 6th and the second phase on November 11th. Voter ID cards are a crucial document for voting. The Election Commission also offers digital voter IDs. This is a digital age, so why not keep it digitally stored? You can store it safely on your mobile phone. If needed, you can print it and use it as proof of identity.

Millions of Bihar voters, including those working in Delhi, Punjab, Gujarat, Maharashtra, or other states and cities outside Bihar, are traveling home for Diwali and Chhath. Many who have stayed in Bihar to vote will be able to cast their votes using their voter ID or other valid documents.

Download Voter ID from DigiLocker
Gone are the days when you had to visit a government office for every need. Applying online for Aadhaar, PAN, birth certificate, income, residential, or caste certificates, etc. Similarly, Voter ID cards can also be easily downloaded digitally. The Central Government's DigiLocker facility makes it easy to download and store them on your mobile phone. DigiLocker allows you to store important documents like your Aadhaar, driving license, vehicle registration certificate, and educational certificates. We'll show you how to download your Voter ID.

Step-by-Step Method on DigiLocker
1. Create a New Account:
If you haven't already created an account on DigiLocker, visit the DigiLocker website (https://digilocker.gov.in/). Create a new account using your mobile number.

2. Verify Mobile Number:

During registration, an OTP will be sent to your mobile number. Enter it and confirm.

3. Set Up Profile:

Now complete the account setup by entering your name, date of birth, and Aadhaar number.

4. Issued Documents Section:
After logging in, click on the 'Issued Documents' tab in the left menu and open the section.

5. Select ECI:
Select 'Election Commission of India' from the list of government departments.

6. View and Download Your Voter ID:

After selecting the Commission, your digital Voter ID card will appear on the screen. If the system asks for additional information, verify the details as per the instructions. Then, press the 'Download' or 'Save' button to save the card to your device.

7. Keep it safe and access it anytime:

Once downloaded, your Voter ID will be permanently saved in your DigiLocker account. You can view, print, or share it whenever needed.

Security is important
With the DigiLocker feature, you can download your Voter ID card from home in just a few minutes. To protect your account, you should set a strong password. Enable two-factor authentication to prevent anyone from accessing or misusing your documents. It's important to have your original Voter ID card with you to vote. The Election Commission has not issued any recent clarification regarding the digital Voter ID.

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