The Indian Youth Congress criticized the Lakshadweep Administration for failing to provide sufficient transportation for residents to return for the April 19 parliamentary election. Around 700 residents, mainly from Androth and Minicoy islands, were stranded in Kerala and elsewhere due to ticket unavailability. The online ticket booking system faced glitches, with demands for offline options ignored. The absence of transportation may affect the election outcome in the small Union Territory, where every vote matters. The administration’s control over transportation leaves residents dependent, emphasizing the need for additional services to ensure democratic participation. The Youth Congress also urged Kerala universities to reschedule exams to accommodate voting residents.