Bengaluru, Sept. 6 -- Randeep Singh Surjewala, AICC General Secretary and Karnataka Congress In-charge, has warmly welcomed the Karnataka government's decision to conduct urban and rural local body elections using ballot papers instead of electronic voting machines (EVMs).
He described the move as a bold initiative aimed at restoring voter confidence and reinforcing democratic principles.
"This decision strengthens our democratic aspirations and restores voters' confidence. For years, doubts and technical glitches associated with EVMs have fuelled uncertainty. Ballot papers ensure transparency and trust in the electoral process," Surjewala said.
He noted that Congress leaders, including Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, hav...