Missing VVPAT Machine Raises Concerns Ahead of Lok Sabha Elections in Udalguri

A Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail (VVPAT) machine, identified as EVTEB96784, has been reported missing from Udalguri district in Assam, prompting an investigation by the Joint Chief Electoral Officer. This incident has raised doubts about the safety and reliability of the voting process in the area, despite strict security measures in place. Officials have assured that strict action will be taken against any district officer found involved or negligent. Meanwhile, the Udalguri-Darrang Lok Sabha seat is poised for a two-cornered fight between BJP’s Dilip Saikia and BPF’s Durga Das Boro, with Congress projecting Madhab Chandra Rajbongshi. The constituency, post-delimitation, comprises 11 Legislative Assembly constituencies and boasts a substantial voter base of 21,87160.