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Mumbai Election Controversy: EVM Tampering Allegations Stir Political Debate

Shiv Sena factions clash over unauthorized mobile use during vote counting; Election Commission denies EVM hacking claims

  • Shiv Sena's Ravindra Waikar won Mumbai North West seat by 48 votes, sparking allegations of EVM tampering.
  • Election Commission dismisses claims, stating EVMs are standalone systems with no wireless capabilities.
  • Police filed an FIR against a relative of Waikar for unauthorized mobile use at the counting center.
  • Opposition leaders demand release of CCTV footage from counting day to ensure transparency.
  • Elon Musk's comments on EVM security fuel further debate among Indian political parties.
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