Karnataka Champions EVM Transparency with Innovative Audit Proposal

Karnataka's IT Minister Priyank Kharge proposes an EVM–VVPAT process evaluation with judicial oversight to address electoral integrity concerns. Highlighting previous letters to the Election Commission, he advocates for a court-supervised hackathon. With ongoing election integrity issues, Kharge emphasizes the need for transparency to bolster public trust.

In a move to enhance transparency in electoral processes, Karnataka's Information Technology Minister, Priyank Kharge, has put forth a significant proposal for evaluating the EVM-VVPAT system. This initiative involves judicial and industry oversight, aiming to address ongoing concerns about electoral integrity.

Kharge, reflecting on his previous communications with the Election Commission of India, emphasized the state's readiness to conduct a transparent evaluation. His letter to the ECI, shared on social media, outlines a prospective court-monitored ethical hackathon to scrutinize the EVM architecture comprehensively.

Amidst debates like #VoteChori and reported electoral irregularities, Kharge underscores the urgency for transparent actions to mitigate public doubts. He argues that strengthening the electoral system's credibility is crucial for sustaining democracy in India.

(With inputs from agencies.)