ECI Introduces Automated System for Election Data Reporting
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Election Commission of India (ECI) implements a technology-driven system for electoral data dissemination. |
| Key Figures | Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Shri Gyanesh Kumar, Dr. Sukhbir Singh Sandhu, Dr. Vivek Joshi. |
| Objective | Enhance speed, accuracy, and accessibility of post-election data. |
| Key Features | - Digitally Generated Index Cards: Non-statutory, for academic use. |
| - Automated Statistical Reporting: 35 reports for Lok Sabha, 14 for State Assembly. | |
| - Data Coverage: Elector demographics, polling station statistics, turnout, gender-based participation, party performance, vote share, and winning candidate analysis. | |
| Purpose | Facilitate researchers, journalists, policymakers, and the public with accessible election data. |
| Background | Previously, manual processes caused delays; now, fully digitized and automated. |
| Limitations | - Secondary data source for academic/research purposes. |
| - Primary data remains with Returning Officers in statutory forms. |