Over 1.2 Lakh Voters Participate
As of February 10, 2026, more than 1.20 lakh electors have visited EVM Demonstration Centres across the five States. Out of them, over 1.16 lakh voters cast mock votes during live demonstrations, gaining hands-on experience with the machines.
Additionally, Mobile Demonstration Vans have already covered more than 29,000 polling station locations. These vans are designed to reach remote and interior areas, ensuring that no voter is left behind in the awareness process.
State-wise Outreach Details
In Assam, the campaign began on February 5, 2026, with 161 demonstration centres set up across District Election Officer and Returning Officer headquarters. Kerala launched its drive on February 3 with 62 centres, while Puducherry started on January 27 with 19 centres operational.
Tamil Nadu has witnessed the largest participation, with over 75,000 people attending demonstrations since the campaign began on January 25. West Bengal, which started the initiative on January 23, has established 318 centres the highest among all five regions and has also covered over 18,000 polling locations through mobile vans.
Kerala’s mobile van outreach is scheduled to begin from February 12, further expanding the campaign’s reach.
Strengthening Trust in the Electoral Process
The primary objective of the EVM/VVPAT awareness campaign is to enhance voter confidence by addressing doubts and misconceptions about electronic voting. Officials provide step-by-step explanations of how votes are recorded and verified through VVPAT slips, ensuring transparency in the electoral process.
The Election Commission has reiterated its commitment to conducting free, fair and transparent elections. By enabling citizens to physically operate the machines during mock sessions, the Commission aims to build trust and familiarity before polling day.
Transparent and Inclusive Approach
The outreach programme reflects the Commission’s broader strategy to ensure inclusive participation in the democratic process. By combining fixed demonstration centres with mobile units, the ECI has created a hybrid awareness model capable of reaching diverse demographic groups.
With elections approaching in these States, the awareness drive marks a significant step in reinforcing transparency and empowering voters with firsthand knowledge of India’s electronic voting system.
