Dolpa, Jan. 25 -- Election authorities in Dolpa have begun collecting details of voters from Upper Dolpa who have moved to lower regions and urban centres to escape the harsh winter, amid concerns that many may miss the March 5 polls.

The process targets voters from Shey Phoksundo, Dolpobuddha and Chharka Tangsong rural municipalities, who typically migrate during winter for warmer weather, medical treatment and other necessities. With the onset of winter, a significant number of residents from Upper Dolpa relocate to lower Dolpa and cities, raising fears over voter participation.

Dil Krishna Shrestha, an official at Dolpa district election office, said that the local representatives are skeptical about the participation of the seasonal...