4 June,2024
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The only company authorized to manufacture voters' ink in India is Mysore Paints and Varnish Limited (MPVL).
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It is a government-owned company based in Mysore, Karnataka, and has been the sole supplier of indelible ink used during elections in India.
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Mysore Paints and Varnish Limited (MPVL) was established in 1937 and is a government-owned company based in Mysore, Karnataka.
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The company collaborates with the Election Commission of India to supply indelible ink for every election, including Lok Sabha, Assembly, and local body elections.
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The indelible ink is composed of silver nitrate, which stains the skin upon exposure to ultraviolet light, making it impossible to remove easily, ensuring a person cannot vote more than once.
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MPVL also exports its indelible ink to over 30 countries, including Afghanistan, Nigeria, Nepal, South Africa, and Turkey, among others, for use in their elections.
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The use of indelible ink in Indian elections dates back to the 1960s, and MPVL has played a crucial role in maintaining the democratic process by preventing electoral fraud for decades.
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