Mizoram Chief Minister Zoramthanga was unable to cast his vote in the state assembly polls on polling day due to a malfunctioning Electronic Voting Machine (EVM). The incident took place at the Aibawk polling booth of the Aizawl East-I constituency. Zoramthanga expressed his disappointment and said that he was hopeful that the issue would be resolved soon. The Election Commission of India has been informed about the technical glitch, and steps are being taken to rectify it. This is not the first time that EVM malfunctioning has been reported in Indian elections. In recent years, there have been multiple instances of EVMs not functioning properly, which has raised concerns about the reliability of the voting system. Critics argue that these incidents raise questions about the integrity of the electoral process and call for the use of alternative voting methods, such as paper ballots. Proponents of EVMs, on the other hand, highlight the advantages of electronic voting, such as speed, accuracy, and cost-effectiveness. They argue that technical glitches are rare and can be resolved promptly. The Election Commission of India has taken measures to address these concerns by conducting regular checks and audits of EVMs, as well as providing training to election officials. Despite these efforts, incidents like the one in Mizoram continue to raise doubts in the minds of the public. The issue of EVM malfunctioning is not limited to Mizoram or any specific state. Similar incidents have been reported in other parts of the country as well. It is imperative for the Election Commission of India to ensure that EVMs are thoroughly tested and functional before every election. Transparency, accountability, and public trust in the electoral process are crucial for a healthy democracy. The Commission must take all necessary steps to address these concerns and restore people’s faith in the voting system. Meanwhile, Zoramthanga and the people of Mizoram hope that the technical issue with the EVMs is resolved soon and that such incidents are avoided in future elections.