As India gears up for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, the iconic purple-black mark of indelible ink is once again in the spotlight, symbolizing the essence of fair and democratic voting practices. But behind this enduring symbol lies a tale of innovation, security, and meticulous craftsmanship.
Devised as a fail-safe method to prevent electoral fraud, indelible ink has become synonymous with Indian elections, transcending borders to aid in democratic processes worldwide.
Mysore Paints & Varnish Ltd., a Karnataka Government Undertaking, stands as the sole manufacturer of this ink, producing millions of phials for each election cycle.
With a legacy dating back to the 1950s, the formulation of indelible ink remains shrouded in secrecy, containing silver nitrate for lasting visibility and security features that resist tampering for up to 72 hours.
The journey of this ink from the laboratories of the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research to the production lines of Mysore Paints & Varnish Ltd. underscores the commitment to uphold the integrity of India’s electoral system.
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