CEC Defends EVM Security, Criticizes Exit Polls

The Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Rajiv Kumar addressed concerns about the reliability of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) and inaccuracies in exit polls. He assured that EVMs are secure, non-hackable devices with multiple security layers and party representative signatures ensuring transparency. Kumar criticized exit polls for causing false public expectations when predictions do not match official results, which start being reported at 8:30 am. He called for media organizations and pollsters to self-regulate for responsible and transparent reporting. The Election Commission will individually address complaints by the Congress about EVMs, reaffirming their commitment to addressing electoral process concerns.