E-Voting System
- 04 Jul 2025
In News:
For the first time in India, e-voting through a mobile app was used in the Bihar municipal elections (June 28, 2025) for six municipal councils in Patna, Rohtas, and East Champaran districts.
About the E-Voting System
- App Used:E-SECBHR, developed by Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC)
- Target Groups:
- Senior citizens
- Persons with disabilities
- Pregnant women
- Others unable to reach polling booths
How It Works
- Installation: App available for Android users.
- Registration: Voter must link mobile number as per the electoral roll.
- Verification: Through voter ID number and facial recognition.
- Voting: Vote via app or Bihar Election Commission’s website on polling day.
Security Measures to Ensure Fairness
- Limited Logins: One mobile number can be used by only two registered voters.
- Facial Recognition: Used to verify identity during login and voting.
- Blockchain Technology:
- Ensures immutability of vote data.
- Prevents tampering or alteration of records.