Where EVMs Go: Post-Polling and Post-Counting Security Explained
Image Source : PTIAfter polls close, EVMs are transported to counting centres under tight security. Candidates and their agents are allowed to follow the transport vehicles.
Image Source : PTIEVMs are stored in secure strong rooms within the Counting Centre premises. The strong rooms are sealed in the presence of candidates, their agents, and Election Commission Observers.
Image Source : PTICandidates and their agents are allowed to keep a round-the-clock watch on the sealed strong rooms until counting begins.
Image Source : PTIStrong rooms are sealed with locks, and candidates/their agents can affix their own seals for added security.
Image Source : PTIOn the day of counting, the strong rooms are opened in the presence of candidates, their agents, and Election Commission Observers.
Image Source : PTIAfter counting, EVMs are returned to the strong rooms and sealed again.
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