Archive · 27 Jul 2026
Kerala Minister Dismisses EVM Hacking Discussion Reports
In Kerala, Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala said there was no discussion about EVM hacking at a UDF meeting, despite media reports.
Congress MP Rajmohan Unnithan, however, submitted a complaint asking for a thorough investigation into the allegations.
Chennithala agreed to investigate once the complaint was received.
Unnithan emphasized that if the allegations are false, those who spread them should be punished, but if true, it would be a serious threat to democracy.
Earlier, Unnithan had called the allegations a serious criminal offense and insisted on action against anyone found guilty.
Kerala Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala dismissed reports of EVM hacking discussion at a UDF meeting.
Congress MP Rajmohan Unnithan submitted a complaint seeking a comprehensive investigation into the allegations.
Chennithala agreed to investigate the allegations upon receiving the formal complaint.
Unnithan stated that false claims should be punished, while genuine ones would undermine democracy.
Unnithan had previously termed the allegations a serious criminal offense requiring action against the guilty.
- Who
- Kerala Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala and Congress MP Rajmohan Unnithan
- What
- Dismissal of reports about EVM hacking discussion and submission of a complaint for investigation
- When
- Monday
- Where
- Kasaragod, Kerala
- Why
- To address allegations of EVM hacking and ensure a thorough probe if necessary
Ramesh Chennithala's Stance
Rajmohan Unnithan's Stance
Existence of Discussion
Ramesh Chennithala's Stance
No discussion on EVM hacking took place at the UDF meeting.
Rajmohan Unnithan's Stance
The allegations are serious and require a comprehensive investigation.
Action on Allegations
Ramesh Chennithala's Stance
Investigation will be conducted if a formal complaint is received.
Rajmohan Unnithan's Stance
A thorough probe is necessary to either punish false claimants or address genuine concerns about democracy.
- Location
- Kasaragod, Kerala
- Date
- Monday
- Key Figures
- Ramesh Chennithala, Rajmohan Unnithan
- Issue
- Allegations of EVM hacking
- Action Taken
- Complaint submitted for investigation