NEW DELHI: In a theatrical twist to the continued saga of Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) tampering allegations, Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Rajiv Kumar on Saturday delivered a poetic riposte that captivated the viewers and left them in stitches. Amidst the charged environment of a press convention within the coronary heart of New Delhi, CEC Rajiv Kumar took centre stage to handle the persistent murmurs of EVM tampering that always precede elections. Responding to a question on this contentious subject, Kumar launched into a lyrical journey, weaving collectively phrases that echoed with each wit and knowledge.
“Adhoori hasrato ka iljaam, har baar hum par lagan thik nhi, wafa khud se nhi hoti, khata EVM ki kehete ho, aur baad mein jab parinaam aata hai toh uspe kaayam bhi nhi rehte (Blaming your incomplete needs on us (EVMs) each time isn’t proper. You can not assure faithfulness, however you retain blaming EVMs. Later, when the consequence comes, you don’t even settle for that),” CEC Kumar quipped, eliciting a refrain of applause and laughter from the assembled crowd.
An ode to #EVMs
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But amidst the lighthearted banter, Kumar struck a chord of sincerity, urging voters and social media fans to be vigilant in opposition to the scourge of pretend information. With a solemn plea, he implored them to confirm the knowledge earlier than amplifying it, stressing the significance of counting on credible sources to uphold the sanctity of the electoral course of.
“Verify Before You Amplify” is the mantra to fight faux information. Let’s depend on authoritative sources to make sure correct data prevails. Stay vigilant and assist us preserve the integrity of the electoral course of,” the CEC mentioned.
“Jhuth ke bazaar mein raunak to bahut hai, Goya bulbule jaisi turant hi fat jati hai..Pakad bhi loge to kya hasil hoga siwaye dhokhe ke ( In the marketplace of lies, there’s much brightness. Just like bubbles burst instantly, even if you catch hold, what will you gain except deception),” he mentioned.
Lok Sabha Election 2024 Full Schedule
The CEC additionally introduced the dates for the Lok Sabha elections 2024, which will likely be held in 7 phases ranging from April 19. Phase 1 voting will likely be held on April 19, Phase 2 voting will likely be held on April 26, Phase 3 voting will likely be held on May 7, Phase 4 voting will likely be held on May 13, Phase 5 voting will likely be on May 20, Phase 6 voting will happen on May 25 and Phase 7 voting will likely be held on June 1. Counting of votes will likely be held on 4 June.
Phase 1 voting will likely be held on April 19, Phase 2 voting will likely be held on April 26, Phase 3 voting will likely be held on May 7, Phase 4 voting will likely be held on May 13, Phase 5 voting will likely be on May 20, Phase 6 voting will happen on May 25 and Phase 7 voting will likely be held on June 1. The outcomes will likely be introduced on June 4.
With the formal announcement of the 2024 Lok Sabha election schedule, the Model Code of Conduct has additionally come into impact throughout the nation. It could also be famous that the tenure of the current Lok Sabha ends on June 16 and a brand new House should be constituted earlier than that. In 2019, the overall elections have been held over seven phases from April 11 to May 19, with outcomes declared 4 days later. The BJP-led National Democratic (NDA) received a complete of 303 seats, leaving the grand-old occasion behind at 52 seats, within the 2019 common elections.
Total 96.8 Crore Voters Eligible To Cast Votes: CEC
A complete of 96.8 crore voters will likely be eligible to solid their vote within the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Rajiv Kumar mentioned on Saturday. Addressing a press convention right here to announce the dates of Lok Sabha elections and meeting polls to 4 states, Rajiv Kumar mentioned there will likely be 10.5 lakh polling stations and 1.5 crore polling officers and safety workers will likely be deployed to conduct the elections on the planet’s largest democracy.
“We are committed to giving the nation a truly festive, democratic environment. The term of the 17th Lok Sabha is due to expire on 16th June 2024. The terms of the Legislative Assemblies of Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim are also due to expire in June 2024. Elections are due in Jammu and Kashmir,” he mentioned. Kumar mentioned roughly 49.7 crore voters are male and 47.1 crore voters are feminine.
“We have 1.8 crore first-time voters and 19.47 crore voters between the age group of 20-29 years,” he mentioned, including that 88.4 lakh voters are of PwD class, 2.18 lakhs are centenarians and 48,000 are transgenders.
