Chief Election Commissioner Confirms Indian EVMs Lack Internet and Wireless Connectivity
Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar stated that Indian electronic voting machines (EVMs) are manufactured by public sector companies and do not have internet, Bluetooth, or Wi-Fi connectivity. Speaking during a visit to Lucknow's Colvin Taluqdars' College, he emphasized verifying information sources amid social media circulation and encouraged youth participation in elections. Kumar highlighted the scale of India's electoral process, noting around 100 crore voters and the extensive efforts of officials to ensure smooth elections.
First-hand measurement across 3 sources
We measured how 3 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is positive (71/100). Lens Score 57/100.
Outlets measured: thehindu, theassamtribune, news18. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (62–75/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
news18 broke this story on 24 Aug, 10:01 am. Other outlets followed.