US EditionInk Tampering Allegations Fuel Controversy in Maharashtra Civic Polls
Maharashtra Election Commissioner investigates claims of removable 'indelible' ink amid viral videos, affirming marker ink use since 2011 and warnings against misleading narratives.
- Maharashtra State Election Commissioner Dinesh Waghmare said on Thursday viral social media clips showing people removing ink during Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation polls on January 15 are under investigation and warned against spreading misleading narratives.
- Social media clips showed voters, political figures and a television journalist using acetone to erase marker 'indelible' ink shortly after voting, while officials noted Kores supplies the ink, which needs time to dry.
- Standard procedure applies ink to a voter's left-hand finger at 10,231 Mumbai polling stations staffed by 64,375 personnel, with 1,700 candidates contesting 227 wards, while BMC turnout reached 17.73% by 11:30 am among 1.03 crore voters.
- The BMC rejected media reports as factually incorrect and clarified that BMC Commissioner Bhushan Gagrani made no such acknowledgment about ink being wiped, while political leaders publicly rebutted claims of ink tampering.
- Opposition leaders including Mumbai Congress MP Varsha Gaikwad shared footage alleging ink removal, while officials said experience with marker pens means traditional indelible ink will be used for Zilla Parishad elections next month.
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BMC polls: Viral videos of ink removal spark row; SEC orders probe
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Election Ink Controversy: Can Acetone Remove Voting Marks In Mumbai Polls?
This report investigates allegations regarding the quality of indelible ink used during elections in Mumbai. A correspondent from Mumbai Tak, who participated in a live demonstration, claimed that 70-80% of the voting ink was removed using acetone even two hours after casting her vote. The transcript highlights concerns that if the ink is easily erasable, it could potentially lead to double voting, a claim the Election Commission has sought to c…
Ink Tampering Allegations Fuel Controversy in Maharashtra Civic Polls
Ink Tampering Allegations Fuel Controversy in Maharashtra Civic Polls Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Anil Parab voiced concerns on Thursday about possible tampering with the indelible ink used in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections, suspecting it of being easily removable. His claims join a chorus of criticisms by opposition leaders scrutinizing the state's electoral procedures.In a conversation with ANI, Parab noted, "This is unprece…
Indelible Ink Used in Maharashtra Civic Polls Same as ECI, No Irregularity: State Election Commissioner
Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. Clarifying the difference in its application, the State Election Commissioner explained that the only variation was the use of the ink in marker form. "The only difference which is seen here is it is being used in the form of a marker. But I also want to say that this marker form of indelible ink has been in use since 2011," Waghmare added, dismissing allegations suggesting manipulation. Indi…
Maharashtra Civic Polls: Videos of 'indelible' ink getting wiped off go viral; SEC launches probe
Mumbai election officials are investigating videos showing voters wiping off indelible ink. State Election Commissioner Dinesh Waghmare warned of action against those spreading false narratives. He confirmed the ink's quality and stated it takes time to dry. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation also rejected claims of ink being wiped off during ongoing civic polls. Further investigations are underway.
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