Congress alleges EC’s complicity in voter fraud, questions impartiality

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge has accused the Election Commission of India of complicity in voter fraud, alleging that the poll body is shielding those behind a massive voter deletion operation in Karnataka. Kharge raised concerns about the ECI’s sudden decision to block vital evidence in a case related to voter forgery.

“Is the Election Commission of India (ECI) now BJP’s Back-Office for #VoteChori,” Kharge questioned on handle X, highlighting the ECI’s alleged role in protecting those accused of voter fraud.

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The controversy dates back to the May 2023 Karnataka elections, when the Congress exposed a massive deletion of voters in the Aland Constituency. A probe revealed 5,994 forged applications, leading to a CID investigation. However, the ECI’s decision to block crucial evidence has raised suspicions about its impartiality.

Kharge alleged that the ECI is bending under BJP pressure to derail the CID probe, effectively protecting those accused of voter fraud. “Who is it protecting? BJP’s Vote Chori department?” he questioned, emphasising the need to protect individual voting rights and Indian democracy.

The allegations have sparked concerns about the ECI’s ability to ensure free and fair elections. Kharge’s accusations highlight the importance of maintaining the integrity of the electoral process and protecting the rights of citizens to participate in democracy.