October 15, 2024 3:26 PM

“EVMs are 100% foolproof”: Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar dismisses Congress claims ahead of Maharashtra, Jharkhand polls

As the Election Commission of India (ECI) prepares to announce the poll dates for Maharashtra and Jharkhand, Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar on Tuesday dismissed allegations of tampering with electronic voting machines (EVMs). Speaking to ANI, Kumar reaffirmed the integrity of the EVMs, saying that they are "100 percent foolproof." He emphasized the public's continued trust in the electoral process, as reflected in the high voter turnout across various elections. "Citizens have shown th...