Today, 1st May, The Election Commission responded to the Supreme Court’s directive on Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) units, detailing compliance plans. It updated procedures for managing Symbol Loading Units (SLUs) as per the mandate, requiring them to be sealed and stored alongside EVMs for 45 days post-election results. The response emphasizes the commitment to electoral integrity and technology standards.
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has firmly defended the integrity of electronic voting machines (EVMs), emphasizing their non-tamperable nature. In a detailed affidavit submitted to the Supreme Court, the ECI stated, “The electronic voting machines are non-tamperable, both due to technological measures, and also due to strict administrative and security procedures laid out by […]
