EVM Configuration Underway in Coimbatore for Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections

Officials in the Coimbatore district of Tamil Nadu have successfully completed the configuration of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) and Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail (VVPAT) units in preparation for the upcoming state assembly elections. This critical logistical exercise, part of the second randomisation process, was conducted on April 16 and 17, 2026, at designated centers across the district. The configuration involved essential technical steps, including fixing ballot papers into ballot units, entering candidate names into control units, and uploading party symbols onto VVPAT devices. Each machine has been specifically allotted to its respective polling station to ensure transparency and accuracy in the voting process. With the polling date scheduled for April 23, 2026, this milestone marks a significant step forward in the election administration framework. The rigorous randomization and configuration protocols are designed to maintain the integrity of the electoral system, ensuring that every vote is recorded correctly and can be verified if necessary. This report highlights the administrative readiness and technological preparedness of the election commission in Coimbatore as the region approaches the crucial voting day.