Strengthening Electoral Transparency: Form-17 Collection via INC Shakti

The Indian National Congress (INC) is enhancing election-day transparency by enabling Booth Level Agents (BLAs to submit Form-17 (front and back digitally through the INC Shakti platform. This initiative, developed and operated by the Data Analytics & Technology Department, streamlines reporting, improves accuracy, and accelerates internal decision-making.

Purpose

The system provides a secure, Party-managed workflow for BLAs to upload clear photos of Form-17 immediately after polling. It reduces paperwork, enables rapid state/district consolidation, and strengthens verification of booth-level records.

How it works

BLAs receive an official message from the Bihar Connect Center, Indian National Congress, requesting clear photos of Form-17 and providing an upload link (e.g., incshakti.com/011_001). Submissions are authenticated, time-stamped, and stored in a secure repository for supervisory review and audit trails.

Authorized use & compliance

• Platform and messaging are owned and operated by the INC Data Analytics & Technology Department • Messages are sent only to the verified BLAs in Party records. • Communications are non-promotional and solely for internal electoral coordination and documentation.

Our commitment

INC is committed to responsible technology that supports free, fair, and transparent elections. The INC Shakti Form-17 workflow empowers BLAs, strengthens accountability, and safeguards the integrity of election-day records.