Lam Dong’s Highland Communities Prepare for National Election Day

Choosing worthy representatives

“Attention, voters across the commune… on March 15, the election of deputies to the 16th National Assembly and members of the People’s Councils for the 2026–2031 term will take place…” These familiar announcements from local loudspeaker systems have been echoing daily through highland villages in recent days.

From Phan Son Commune to Dong Giang Commune, preparations for the nation’s major political event are reaching every household and permeating the small roads winding through the mountains.

In Bon Thop Village, Phan Son Commune, the village notice board has attracted many residents. The voter list has been clearly posted, and people often stop to check their names or ask village officials about the voting schedule and location. Though simple, these actions represent important steps in preparing for election day.

Local leaders and election teams have also been conducting on-site inspections of preparations in each polling area. Tasks ranging from reviewing voter lists and preparing ballot boxes to organizing election materials are being carried out carefully and in line with regulations.

Le Ngoc Mai, head of Bon Thop Village, said village officials have been visiting households in recent days to inform residents about the election and remind them to verify their names on the voter list and prepare to vote.

For residents here, election day is not only a political event but also an opportunity to exercise their democratic rights. K’ Tam, a local resident, said villagers are looking forward to the election. According to him, people want to cast their votes directly to choose representatives who genuinely care about the lives of highland communities.

Ensuring every voter can exercise their right

Phan Son is a mountainous commune with a wide area, a scattered population and still-challenging living conditions. Following its merger with Phan Lam Commune, the administrative area has become even larger, requiring election preparations to be conducted carefully and thoroughly.

Most residents here belong to the Raglai and K’Ho ethnic groups, so election communication has been carried out through various appropriate forms. In addition to the local loudspeaker system, commune authorities have organized village meetings and integrated election information into community gatherings so residents can better understand their rights and responsibilities.

Currently, Phan Son Commune has six polling stations with more than 4,900 voters expected to participate in the election.

Meanwhile, preparations are also intensifying in the mountainous Dong Giang Commune. As people travel through its villages, they can hear frequent announcements about the upcoming election.

In addition to radio broadcasts, election teams have been working with village elders and respected community figures to visit households and explain the significance of the election to residents.

Hoang Minh Ven, Secretary of the Party cell of Village 1 and a respected community member, said outreach through village elders and community leaders helps residents better understand the election.

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When trusted individuals speak directly with residents, people are more willing to participate.

Hoang Minh Ven, Secretary of the Party cell of Village 1

Dong Giang is home to more than 15 ethnic groups, with ethnic minorities accounting for nearly 90% of the population. As a result, election preparations here have been implemented in ways that are practical and closely aligned with the daily lives of local residents.

K’ Van Phin, a resident of Village 1, said villagers are eagerly awaiting election day. For them, each ballot represents both a civic right and a way to place trust in those who will represent the voice of the people.

Currently, Dong Giang Commune has five polling stations with nearly 3,300 voters expected to participate. In remote areas with difficult terrain, local authorities have also developed specific support plans to ensure that all voters can exercise their voting rights.

Beyond local authorities, youth union members are also actively supporting election preparations. K’ Thi Lanh, Deputy Secretary of the Dong Giang Commune Youth Union, said young volunteers are participating in communication activities, assisting election teams and guiding residents on voting procedures.

From Phan Son to Dong Giang, despite the challenging terrain, the atmosphere ahead of election day is growing ever more vibrant. Village meetings, publicly posted voter lists, and daily loudspeaker announcements are helping create a lively and enthusiastic mood ahead of the country’s major political event.

From these highland villages, each ballot cast by voters carries with it hopes and expectations for the continued development of their homeland and the nation in the years ahead.