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The Supreme Court rejected a plea to review its previous decision on voter secrecy violation, citing insufficient grounds for reconsideration. The bench, consisting of Justices Sanjiv Khanna and Dipankar Datta, also denied a request for an open court hearing. This reaffirms the court’s confidence in the integrity of the current electoral system.
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On Thursday (27th June),President Droupadi Murmu, addressing Parliament, affirmed the credibility of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs), stating they have withstood tests from the Supreme Court to public scrutiny over decades. She highlighted India’s global recognition as a beacon of democracy, citing the nation’s steadfast trust in democratic principles and electoral institutions.
Today, On 16th May, the Supreme Court questioned the Election Commission of India about the delay in publishing total votes polled within 48 hours of polling. The court urged transparency and timely dissemination of election data. The ECI’s response is awaited. This development showcases the judiciary’s role in ensuring electoral transparency. The ECI has been directed to respond to the petition seeking disclosure of final authenticated voter turnout data within 48 hours of polling. This request is in light of concerns over the substantial increase in final voter turnout data compared to initial estimates, raising questions about the correctness of the data. The Supreme Court has given the ECI a week to file its reply, with the case set for consideration on May 24.
Yesterday, On 8th May, The Madras High Court received a report from the Chief Electoral Officer stating that additional CCTV cameras will be installed in EVM storage rooms. This decision aims to boost transparency and security during elections, addressing concerns about potential tampering. The move reflects proactive measures to ensure a fair and transparent electoral process in the region.
Today(on 29th April), The Supreme Court of India declined a new plea to increase VVPAT verification against EVM votes, citing adequacy of current scrutiny. The plea aimed to raise verified EVMs per assembly segment during Lok Sabha elections from five to a higher number. This decision reinforces the court’s stance on maintaining the status quo for VVPAT verification.
Today(on 24th April), the Supreme Court is expected to issue directions on petitions seeking 100% cross-verification of votes in EVMs with VVPAT slips for transparency. The VVPAT serves as an independent mechanism for voters to verify vote accuracy. The bench engaged in detailed discussions on EVM operations and expressed reservations about manual counting.
Today(on 18th April), The Madras High Court rejected a PIL urging ECI to match EVM votes with VVPAT slips, citing ongoing Supreme Court proceedings on the matter. The petitioner sought manual counting of VVPAT slips for the upcoming elections. The Court emphasized the ongoing Supreme Court proceedings as the appropriate forum to address the matter comprehensively.
Today (18th April): The Supreme Court stressed the sanctity of the electoral process and urged the Election Commission of India to clarify measures ensuring free and fair polls. Senior advocates and officials addressed concerns about VVPAT slips, privacy, and proposed solutions to enhance transparency and credibility. The ECI reassured robust measures to prevent tampering and ensure integrity.
