Today, On 2nd November, Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna will hear a PIL against the Election Commission’s decision to raise the maximum voter count per polling booth from 1,200 to 1,500. Petitioner Indu Prakash Singh argues this could lead to overcrowding and marginalization of disadvantaged groups, prolonging voting times and reducing turnout.
A Supreme Court petition challenges the Election Commission of India’s decision to raise the maximum voters per polling booth to 1,500. Advocates argue this limits voting access and propose reducing the number to 1,200, enhancing accessibility. The case highlights significant concerns about electoral fairness and democratic processes in India.
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.