EVM Glitches, BJP Symbol Light Up for Shiv Sena Vote in Nashik Elections

• A Shiv Sena (Shinde faction) candidate in Nashik alleged that pressing the 'bow and arrow' symbol button on an EVM illuminated the BJP's 'lotus' symbol light.
• The incident occurred at a polling station in Gramdev Primary School, Ward No. 24, leading to written complaints from voters.
• Further allegations include threats against voters who complained about EVM irregularities, raising concerns about election transparency.
• Voting was also delayed at Modern High School, Ward No. 24, due to a technical issue with an EVM in Room No. 8.
• These incidents in Nashik are occurring during municipal elections across 29 corporations in the state, with 2,869 seats contested.

Why It Matters: EVM malfunctions and symbol mix-ups in Nashik raise serious questions about election integrity and transparency.