Science, Discovery, Tech and Environment · 11 April 2026

Robot 'Nila' deployed to greet voters at Puducherry polling booth during 2026 assembly elections

Exam-focused facts from the 11 April 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

  • The Election Commission of India (ECI) reported 9.50 lakh eligible voters and 1,099 polling stations for the 2026 Puducherry assembly elections.
  • Robot 'Nila', an event-based voting assistance robot with audio feedback, welcomed voters at VOC Government School polling booth.
  • Of the 1,099 polling stations, 30 are managed exclusively by women staff.
  • Special arrangements including wheelchair facilities and 2,200 young voter volunteers assist elderly and differently-abled voters.

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