ECI to launch unified digital platform ECINET to streamline electoral services - The Economic Times

ECINET: A Unified Digital Platform for Electoral Services

The Election Commission of India (ECI) is launching ECINET, a single digital platform to integrate its 40 existing mobile and web applications. This initiative aims to simplify user experience (UX) and enhance user interface (UI) for electors, election officials, political parties, and civil society.

Key Features and Benefits

• Seamless and user-friendly interface.
• Consolidation of apps like Voter Helpline, Voter Turnout, cVIGIL, and more.
• Over 5.5 crore downloads of integrated apps.
• Serves nearly 100 crore electors and supports the electoral machinery.
• Eliminates the need for multiple app downloads and logins.
• Robust cybersecurity measures.

The development involved extensive consultations with electoral officials and a review of ECI publications. Rigorous trials are underway to ensure smooth functionality and ease of use.

Legal Compliance

Data provided through ECINET will comply with the Representation of People Act 1950, 1951, Registration of Electoral Rules, 1960, Conduct of Election Rules, 1961, and ECI instructions.

Impact

ECINET is expected to revolutionize electoral service delivery, enhancing convenience and efficiency for all stakeholders.