Dr. Kandaraj, a vocal critic of the BJP government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has long contended that the Election Commission of India (ECI) has been influenced by those in power, compromising the fairness of India's elections. Questions surrounding the credibility of the election machinery have persisted since its inception.

He alleges that the voting process, which determines electoral outcomes, is susceptible to manipulation through the use of electronic voting machines (EVMs). Dr. Kandaraj goes into extensive detail in this interview, shedding light on India's preference for EVMs over alternatives developed by the countries that invented the technology and the political motivations behind this choice.

The concerns raised by Dr. Kandaraj have far-reaching implications for India's democratic processes and the trustworthine ...