Hyderabad: Chief Electoral Officer C. Sudarshan Reddy on Thursday clarified that no written applications were received from eligible candidates. These were candidates seeking inspection of the Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) used in the Jubilee Hills by-election.
According to guidelines, candidates who placed second or third in the poll can request verification of up to 5 percent of EVMs. This is possible provided they apply in writing within seven days of result declaration. However, no such applications were submitted between November 14 and 21. This was the official window following the announcement of results for the 61-Jubilee Hills Assembly Constituency.
The CEO stated that the entire election process was conducted with full transparency. It followed strict adherence to the guidelines, rules, and security measures set by the Election Commission of India. He added that efforts are ongoing to further strengthen public trust in the electoral process.