Suspicious Sound From EVM In Dharashiv Strong Room Triggers Political Objections
Dharashiv
A strange sound reportedly heard from an EVM inside Dharashiv’s strong room has led to objections from both Shiv Sena groups demanding transparency and CCTV checks.
Dharashiv, December 09, 2025: Political tension escalated in Dharashiv after a suspicious sound was reportedly heard from an EVM kept inside a strong room where polling machines from recent municipal elections have been stored. The incident quickly led to objections from both Shiv Sena factions, who demanded immediate transparency and inspection of CCTV footage.
According to local reports, officials carrying out routine verification steps noticed a sound coming from one of the stored machines. The matter was then relayed to senior authorities, which prompted political representatives to rush to the location. Both sides argued that any activity inside a strong room should be conducted only after informing candidates and parties according to election procedure.
Party workers gathered outside the premises and insisted that the Election Commission ensure complete clarity. Their demand included reviewing CCTV footage, examining machine seals and permitting authorised representatives during further checks. Some workers also warned that they will continue to monitor the site until all doubts are cleared.
The administration has increased security around the strong room. Officials said initial checks indicate no visible tampering and that the sound could be linked to internal system functions. Even so, they added that a detailed inspection would be carried out and that all steps will follow established election protocol. Authorities also urged political supporters to maintain calm and avoid disrupting official work while verification continues.
The incident comes at a sensitive moment since counting for certain local body seats is expected later this month. For closely contested wards, even a small allegation triggers larger political debate. Local party leaders claim that public confidence depends on strict adherence to procedure and visible transparency during the storage period.
Observers say the case highlights persistent doubts about EVMs and the importance of strict surveillance in strong rooms. In recent years, several parties across India have insisted on additional safeguards such as live CCTV access, audit logs and more detailed sealing processes. While the Election Commission maintains that EVMs are secure, incidents like the one in Dharashiv continue to prompt demands for tighter monitoring.
For voters, the focus now is on how quickly authorities clarify what caused the noise and whether further action is needed. The coming days will be crucial, as political parties prepare for counting and final results that may influence future alliances and strategies at the local level.
