Guwahati, 7th April: In preparation for the General Elections 2024, the Election Commission of the country has rolled out the ‘Suvidha’ portal, designed to streamline permissions and facilities for political parties and candidates. Since its inception, the portal has garnered significant traction, with an impressive 73,379 applications received within a mere 20 days.
Out of this vast number, the Election Commission has swiftly approved 44,626 requests, demonstrating a prompt response to the requirements of political entities. However, a notable 11,200 applications have been rejected, while 10,818 have been cancelled due to various reasons, including invalidity or duplication.
Tamil Nadu emerges as the leader in submissions, with a staggering 23,239 applications, followed closely by West Bengal with 11,976 and Madhya Pradesh with 10,636. Conversely, Chandigarh recorded the lowest number of submissions at a mere 17, highlighting regional variations in political activity.
The ‘Suvidha’ portal, hailed as a technological marvel, underscores the Election Commission’s commitment to fostering a level playing field and upholding democratic principles of free, fair, and transparent elections. Operating on the ‘First in First out’ principle, the platform caters to a diverse range of permission requests, including organizing rallies, setting up temporary offices, and canvassing.
Accessible through both online and offline channels, the ‘Subidha’ Portal ensures equal opportunity for all stakeholders, bolstered by a robust IT infrastructure managed by nodal officers across state departments. Additionally, the portal’s companion app enables real-time tracking of application statuses, enhancing transparency and convenience.
Beyond simplifying permissions, the ‘Suvidha’ Platform promotes transparency by providing real-time tracking of applications, status updates, and timestamped submissions. This transparency aids in monitoring election expenditures and fosters greater accountability and integrity in the electoral process.
With the ‘Suvidha’ Platform, the Election Commission reiterates its commitment to fostering a fair, efficient, and transparent electoral environment where all political parties and candidates have equal access to necessary permissions and clearances.
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