Congress leader Sam Pitroda raised apprehensions about Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs), stating that the BJP could secure 400 seats in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections if the EVM issues are not addressed. Pitroda emphasized a perceived trust deficit in EVMs and claimed to have communicated his concerns to the Election Commission of India (ECI). The BJP swiftly responded, attributing Pitroda’s comments to the thinking of former Congress President Rahul Gandhi.
In his remarks, Pitroda highlighted the need to fix EVMs before the upcoming elections, linking their integrity to potential electoral outcomes. The ongoing debate around EVMs has seen opposition parties alleging bias in favor of the BJP, while the ECI and BJP dismiss these claims.
Addressing recent controversy over his comments on the Ram Mandir, Pitroda clarified that he was protecting the Constitution and advocated for keeping religion separate from politics. The BJP criticized Pitroda, asserting that his views represent Rahul Gandhi’s perspective.
Pitroda’s statements on EVMs add to the broader discourse on electoral integrity, setting the stage for discussions on electoral reforms in the lead-up to the 2024 elections.
