Kapil Sibal releases ‘to-do list’ to ensure no tampering of EVMs
New Delhi: Independent Rajya Sabha MP and senior advocate Kapil Sibal released a chart for counting agents in order to ensure that there is no tampering of EVMs (Electronic Voting Machine) for the ongoing Lok Sabha elections. Sibal was addressing a press conference on Sunday.
The former Union Minister said that the counting agents must check the time on the machines as to when the machine has been opened which should be on June 4. He urged people to match total votes with counted votes.
Presenting the chart, Sibal explained that, "This chart includes the Control Unit (CU) number, Ballot Unit (BU) number, and VVPAT ID. The third column is crucial; it shows the date June 4, 2024, and the time when the machine will be opened. Any discrepancy in this time indicates that the machine may have been tampered with. Additionally, the serial number of the control unit must be matched."
He advised, "When the total poll votes are counted, examine them carefully. If there are discrepancies in the count, problems may arise. Ensure the result button is not pressed until all figures are verified. Any timing mismatch suggests tampering. I urge all political parties and candidates to rigorously check the first column before proceeding."
Sibal stressed on the importance of following this procedure to prevent any potential EVM tampering. "Many people believe these machines can be tampered with, and we are trying to ensure transparency," he said.
During the media address, Sibal also criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi's veiled ‘jail’ remark at RJD leader Tejaswi Yadav, stating that it was an indication that investigative agencies are acting under the PM's influence. "The Prime Minister, holding a dignified office, has reduced its dignity by making such remarks. It's an insult to women and opposition leaders. This kind of rhetoric fosters a culture of hate.”
In a recent rally in Karakat, Modi had said, "Today, I am giving one more guarantee to the people of Bihar. Those who looted the poor to get land registered in lieu of jobs should listen carefully, their countdown for going to jail has started. Once he completes his rounds on the helicopter, his road to jail will be finalized."
Sibal argued that the PM's promise to send Tejaswi Yadav to jail after the elections was pointing out that the legal process was being manipulated. "There is a legal process. How does he know the outcome? This confirms that investigative agencies are working under his direction. It reflects poorly on our democratic processes," Sibal outraged.
"Despite this being a violation of the model code of conduct, I don't expect any intervention because of the existing complicity," he added.
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PM Modi tours iconic Dutch dam; eyes cooperation in water management
The Hague (PTI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi, accompanied by his Dutch counterpart Rob Jetten, toured the iconic Afsluitdijk Dam on Sunday, as India and the Netherlands explored deeper collaboration in water management and climate-resilient infrastructure.
“An area in which the Netherlands has done groundbreaking work is water management. The entire international community can learn a great deal from this,” Modi said in a social media post after the visit.
The PM further said: “We are committed to bringing modern technology to India, which is intended to help with irrigation, flood protection, and the expansion of the inland waterway network.”
Calling the Afsluitdijk Dam a “symbol of excellence and innovation”, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) highlighted its role in water management, flood protection and freshwater storage.
“The visit highlighted the relevance of Dutch expertise for India’s Kalpasar Project in Gujarat, which aims to create a freshwater reservoir and dam near the Gulf of Khambhat,” the MEA said in a social media post.
“The visit underscored opportunities for deeper Indo-Dutch collaboration in climate resilience, water technology and sustainable infrastructure,” it added.
Modi landed in The Hague on Friday on a two-day visit as part of a four-nation trip to Europe - which also includes Sweden, Norway and Italy - aimed at ramping up bilateral ties on a range of key areas.
Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) posts, "An area in which the Netherlands has done groundbreaking work is water management. The entire international community can learn a great deal from this. This morning, I had the opportunity to visit the Afsluitdijk… pic.twitter.com/HjeJbku1OT
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