Delhi High Court Rejects Plea to Use Ballot Papers Instead of EVMs for Elections

The Delhi High Court rejected a plea seeking the replacement of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) with traditional ballot papers for elections. The court observed that EVMs are legally recognized, technologically secure, and reliable for conducting free and fair elections. Petitioners had argued that ballot papers would ensure transparency, but the court found no evidence of malfunction or manipulation in EVMs. The judgment reaffirmed the Election Commission’s authority and discretion in choosing appropriate voting technology. It also highlighted the judiciary’s stance that legal challenges must be substantiated with credible evidence rather than speculative claims. By upholding EVM usage, the court reinforced public confidence in the electoral process and the legitimacy of electronic voting. The ruling ensures continuity and stability in India’s democratic framework, maintaining efficiency, accuracy, and transparency in elections while preventing unnecessary litigation that could disrupt electoral procedures.