First randomisation of EVMs, VVPAT units for Madurantakam, Dharapuram bypolls on September 12
The Election Commission of India has scheduled the first randomization of EVMs and VVPAT units for upcoming byelections in Madurantakam and Dharapuram. This process ensures transparency by randomly allocating machines to specific constituencies.
Why it matters
Randomization is a critical procedural step in maintaining the integrity and public trust of the electoral process in India.
The Election Commission of India (EC) has scheduled on Saturday (September 12, 2026) the first randomisation of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) and Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail (VVPAT) units to be used in Madurantakam and Dharapuram byelections.
The byelections to the two Assembly segments will be held on October 6. According to an official release, the first randomisation of EVMs and VVPAT units will be done through the EVM Management System (EMS) by the District Election Officer concerned, in the presence of the representatives of recognised national and State parties.
After first randomisation is completed, lists of EVMs and VVPATs allocated constituency-wise will be shared with all recognised national and State parties, and these devices will be provided to the Returning Officers/Assistant Returning Officers concerned for use in elections, the release said.
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