Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar led a National Round Table Conference involving the ECI and State Election Commissioners. The conference aimed to align laws governing local and national elections. A National Declaration 2026 emphasized the need for cohesive election processes across all levels.
The ECI proposed sharing resources like ECINET, EVMs, and Electoral Rolls to enhance electoral infrastructure. It highlighted the importance of cooperative federalism in electoral management. The CEC urged SECs to engage in international events and suggested annual National Round Table Conferences.
Suggestions from SECs at the conference will be reviewed by a joint team for further action. The focus remains on ensuring fair electoral practices and strengthening democracy through transparent elections. The event underscored the significance of accurate electoral rolls as the foundation of democracy.
The conference, held after nearly three decades, aimed to enhance collaboration between ECI and SECs. It addressed electoral processes and logistics within legal frameworks. The discussions promoted cooperative federalism in electoral management, fostering a platform for idea exchange.
