EC takes tech-driven approach, warns of repoll over malpractices
Indian Express·2h ago·Hope
What Happened
India's Election Commission shifts to proactive, technology-driven model for Assembly elections, implementing zero tolerance policy against malpractices. Chief Electoral Officer Manoj Agarwal announced AI-enabled webcasting and automated systems to prevent booth irregularities. Any suspected violations—from perfume on EVM buttons to webcam obstruction—will trigger immediate repolling. Webcams inactive over thirty minutes automatically warrant repoll. Violence or intimidation outside booths can also trigger repolling.
Key Entities
Election Commission of India (ECI)Chief Electoral Officer Manoj AgarwalAssembly electionsAI and webcasting technologyEVM (Electronic Voting Machine)2021 Assembly Elections2024 General Elections