What are the estimated costs for new EVMs if simultaneous polls are held every 15 years
ECI estimates ₹10,000 crore needed every 15 years for new EVMs if simultaneous polls are held
The estimated costs for new Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) for simultaneous polls held every 15 years, according to the Election Commission of India (ECI), is ₹10,000 crore. Here are some point-wise information regarding these cost estimates:
- The Election Commission of India has estimated that ₹10,000 crore would be needed to procure new EVMs if simultaneous polls are conducted every 15 years.
- The cost includes the procurement, maintenance, and replacement of EVMs to handle the increased workload during simultaneous polls across the country.
- Simultaneous polls refer to the idea of conducting Lok Sabha and state assembly elections together to reduce the frequency of elections and minimize the cost and time involved.
- The estimated cost considers factors such as the number of polling booths, the population of electors, and the number of machines required for smooth conduct of simultaneous polls.
- These estimates are subject to change based on various factors including technology advancements, changes in election processes, and the final decision taken by the government.
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