CEC tells Lucknow students EVMs are not connected to internet or wireless technology
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AI-generated summary of the coverage listed below:
The CEC told students in Lucknow that India's electronic voting machines are not equipped with internet, Bluetooth or Wi‑Fi.
- Machines are produced by public‑sector companies, not private firms.
- The statement was made during a two‑day visit to Colvin Taluqdars' College.
- The CEC addressed recent concerns about electronic voting security.
Covered by 4 outlets across the spectrum: 25% left, 75% center, 0% right.
How each side framed it
Left-leaning: Emphasised that publicly built machines dispel fears of hidden tech, framing the issue as a baseless conspiracy. (AI-generated summary of how this side framed it)
EVMs Don't Have Internet, Bluetooth Or Wi-Fi, Says Poll Body Chief
Center: Highlighted the CEC’s direct reassurance to students and the educational context of the visit. (AI-generated summary of how this side framed it)
EVMs Not Connected To Internet Or Wi-Fi, Says CEC Gyanesh Kumar In Lucknow
Right-leaning outlets have under-covered this story. Of 4 outlets, only 0 are on the right of the spectrum.
Timeline
First reported by The New Indian Express on ; 4 articles from 4 outlets so far.
Who is covering this story
- Left-leaning (2): The New Indian Express, NDTV
- Center (2): Free Press Journal, Mid-Day
Sources
- CEC tells Lucknow students EVMs are not connected to internet or wireless technology — The New Indian Express (left-leaning) ·
- EVMs Not Connected To Internet Or Wi-Fi, Says CEC Gyanesh Kumar In Lucknow — Free Press Journal (center) ·
- EVMs Don't Have Internet, Bluetooth Or Wi-Fi, Says Poll Body Chief — NDTV (left-leaning) ·
- Indian EVMs have no internet, Bluetooth or Wi-Fi: Chief Election Commissioner — Mid-Day (center) ·