Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:42pm on 20 Jan 2024,Saturday India
The Election Commission (EC) informs the Centre that ₹10,000 crore every 15 years is required for new EVMs if 'One Nation, One Election' is implemented. Stating EVMs' 15-year shelf life, the EC estimates the need for 46,75,100 ballot units, 33,63,300 control units, and 36,62,600 VVPAT machines for simultaneous polls. Each EVM set costs ₹7,900 (ballot unit), ₹9,800 (control unit), and ₹16,000 (VVPAT). The EC underscores the necessity of constitutional amendments, citing changes to Articles 83, 85, 172, 174, and 356. Acknowledging logistical challenges, EC indicates 2029 as the earliest feasible year for simultaneous elections.
