Historic Introduction of E-Voting in Indian Parliament

For the first time in the Lok Sabha, electronic voting was employed for a bill on simultaneous polls. Out of 461 votes, 369 were electronically recorded. However, due to errors, 92 members resorted to paper slips. The final tally showed 263 in favor and 198 against the bill's introduction.

In a historic move, the Lok Sabha introduced electronic voting for the first time on Tuesday during the discussion of the 129 Constitution (Amendment) Bill 2024, which proposes simultaneous polls, according to sources.

As proceedings commenced in the new Parliament House, 461 members participated in the vote, with 369 successfully using the electronic system. However, 92 MPs faced issues, necessitating the use of paper 'correction slips'.

The voting concluded with 263 members supporting the bill's introduction and 198 opposing it. While this marked a technological milestone, the adaptation challenges highlighted the learning curve for MPs.

(With inputs from agencies.)