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Election Commission Reaffirms Unified Stance Amid Digital Initiative Criticism
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 27 Sep 2026, 07:10 AM
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The Election Commission said it will involve further discussions and checks before any new digital initiatives are finalized, amid mounting criticism.
The Election Commission (EC) has issued a statement reaffirming its united front as criticism over its proposed digital initiatives grows.
In the statement, the EC clarified that any future decisions regarding new digital measures will be preceded by additional discussions and thorough checks. The commission emphasized that this approach aims to address concerns raised by stakeholders.
The move comes after a series of critiques questioning the speed and transparency of the EC’s digital reforms. By insisting on more deliberation, the commission seeks to ensure that its policies are both robust and publicly accountable.
Officials said that the forthcoming consultations will involve a broader range of inputs, thereby strengthening the integrity of the electoral process as it adapts to technological changes.
In the statement, the EC clarified that any future decisions regarding new digital measures will be preceded by additional discussions and thorough checks. The commission emphasized that this approach aims to address concerns raised by stakeholders.
The move comes after a series of critiques questioning the speed and transparency of the EC’s digital reforms. By insisting on more deliberation, the commission seeks to ensure that its policies are both robust and publicly accountable.
Officials said that the forthcoming consultations will involve a broader range of inputs, thereby strengthening the integrity of the electoral process as it adapts to technological changes.