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.
The Bombay High Court directed litigant Nixon D’Silva to present EVM manipulation prevention suggestions to the Election Commission, emphasizing the court’s limited jurisdiction. This reflects the court’s respect for the separation of powers and highlights the importance of involving the appropriate authorities in addressing concerns related to EVM manipulation effectively.
