Section 128(2)(b) in Kerala Municipality Act, 1994
(b)if satisfied that the result of a fresh poll at that polling station or place will not, in any way, affect the result of the election or that the error or irregularity [or the mechanical failure developed in the voting machine] [Inserted by the Third Amendment Act 33 of 2005, w.e.f 24-08-2005.] in procedure is not material, issue such directions to the Returning Officer as it may deem proper for the further conduct of and completion of the election.