It was time for the mandatory ‘dot’ on the finger again as the world’s largest democracy went to polls recently. Elections are as big an event in India as it can get..and considering the magnitude of the entire election process, its smooth and successful accomplishment is a significant achievement. In this era of e-governance, technology is expected to act as a crucial catalyst in all processes and Elections is no exception. So the Country saw National Informatics Centre living upto the expectations of it being the premier ICT organization in India when it provided complete ICT support at all possible levels of operation during the Election process. Our lead story, edited by our correspondent from Himachal Pradesh Sh. Ajay Chahal, with inputs from Informatics correspondents based all over the Country, takes you through the journey highlighting the various avenues in which NIC gave its valuable contribution to the Elections. The other special feature in this issue highlights ELITEX’2004 and NIC’s participation in the prestigious annual event. We are proud to report that NIC stall won the ‘Best Exhibitor’ award in this year’s exposition. Happy Reading….. Sonal Kalra For the latest and up-to-date news Visit http://informatics.nic.in/newsonline