The EC has put out a 'factual report' explaining what happened in Assam’s Karimganj, where an EVM was found to be transported in a car belonging to the wife of a BJP contestant.
EVM in BJP candidate s car: EC suspends four officials in Assam ANI | Updated: Apr 02, 2021 13:30 IST
New Delhi [India], April 2 (ANI): The Election Commission on Friday suspended four officials after a video surfaced on social media purportedly showing an EVM being found in a BJP candidate s car in Patharkandi constituency following the second round of polling in Assam. The Presiding Officer was issued a show-cause notice for violation of the transport protocol. Thereafter, the PO and three other officials have been placed under suspension. EC said in an official statement. On examination, the polled EVM comprising of BU, CU, and VVPAT was found to be with its seal intact without any damage whatsoever. All the items have been deposited in the strong room, it said further.