Opposition Intensifies Demand for Return to Traditional Voting System in India
Key Points:
* JMM claims INDIA bloc would win 75 of 81 seats with ballot papers
* Alliance secured historic 56 seats in recent state elections
* Opposition leaders nationwide question EVM reliability and transparency
RANCHI – JMM ignites fresh controversy over EVM credibility, claiming higher victory margins possible with ballot papers.
Acting CM Hemant Soren shared the party’s statement.
The JMM secured 34 seats in recent elections.
Meanwhile, Congress won 16 seats.
Moreover, RJD and CPI-ML-L added 6 more seats.
The alliance achieved unprecedented success in state history.
However, EVM concerns persist among opposition leaders.
Furthermore, JMM demands BJP return Rs 1.36 lakh crore dues.
Supriyo Bhattacharya raised questions about EVM battery performance.
Additionally, Congress plans nationwide "Ballot Paper Yatra".
The MVA echoes similar concerns in Maharashtra.
On the other hand, EVM supporters defend their reliability.
India introduced EVMs nationwide in 2004.
Besides, 17 countries currently use electronic voting.
The Election Commission maintains strict EVM protocols.
Furthermore, multiple courts have validated EVM accuracy.
"Traditional voting systems have their own challenges," noted an election expert.
The debate continues to shape electoral discourse.
