Despite heat, senior citizens step out to vote in large numbers - The HinduPublished - April 24, 2026 01:27 am IST - CHENNAI Despite the Election Commission of India making arrangements to collect postal ballots from super senior citizens — those above the age of 85 — and persons with disabilities, many octogenarians, nonagenarians, and centenarians chose to cast their votes in person on Thursday.Stephen, a 103-year-old resident of Vallur village in Ponneri, who came to the polling booth in a wheelchair, said he chose to visit the polling station directly to fulfil his democratic duty, as it brought him joy. He said he urged everyone not to stay at home, but to go to their respective polling stations to cast their votes.Published - April 24, 2026 01:27 am ISTSign in to unlock member-only benefits!Access 10 free stories every monthSave stories to read laterAccess to comment on every storySign-up/manage your newsletter subscriptions with a single clickGet notified by email for early access to discounts & offers on our products${ ind + 1 } ${ device }Last active - ${ la }