C-Vigil App Empowers Voters: A Surge in Election Code Violations Reported

Summary and Important Points:

1. Effective Tool for Voters:

• cVIGIL app has received over 79,000 complaints on election code violations since the announcement of the 2024 General Elections.

1. High Resolution Rate:

• 99% of complaints have been resolved, with 89% addressed within 100 minutes.

1. Common Violations Reported:

• Majority of complaints (73%) are against illegal hoardings and banners.

• Notable reports also include money, gifts, and liquor distribution (over 1400 complaints), and property defacement (2454 complaints).

1. Rapid Response:

• For complaints regarding display of firearms and intimidation, 529 out of 535 have been resolved.

1. Features and Accessibility:

• cVIGIL is user-friendly, connecting citizens directly to the District Control Room and Flying Squads for immediate reporting.

Additional Information:

• cVIGIL's Operation: Captures real-time audio, photos, or videos with geo-tagging for precise location identification.

• Anonymity Option: Allows citizens to report complaints anonymously.

• Digital Empowerment: Part of ECI's digital initiatives to ensure fair and transparent elections.

Examination Perspective and Concise Points for Use:

• Understanding cVIGIL's role in enhancing electoral transparency and public participation.

• Importance of technology in monitoring and addressing election code violations.

• The app's impact on reducing campaign clutter and inducement-free polls.

Key Words to Remember:

• cVIGIL App

• Election Commission of India (ECI)

• Election Code Violations

• Geo-Tagging

• Electoral Oversight

Link to Article : Press Information Bureau (pib.gov.in)

Released On : 29 March 2024