BJP ON ECI
Volunteers getting notices from two police forces: CJP
Abhijeet Dipke has alleged that BJP is planning 'violence' during CJP protest in New Delhi on Oct 10.
Telangana: Owaisi alleges bid to delete 122 Muslim voters in Goshamahal; demands ECI action over fraudulent 'Form 7' filings
Asaduddin Owaisi, the AIMIM chief, has raised concerns regarding attempts to disenfranchise Muslim voters in Goshamahal. He cited evidence of fraudulent Form 7 submissions aiming to delete eligible voters from the rolls. A specific example highlighted involves 122 Muslim voters' names targeted for removal, despite their long-standing presence on electoral lists. Owaisi urged immediate action from the Election Commission of India in response to these fraudulent claims.
‘Gyanesh, it’s done bro’: INDIA bloc MPs march to EC, demand CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation
Opposition MPs, including important leaders, protested near Parliament demanding Gyanesh Kumar's resignation over electoral issues. They were stopped by police while marching towards the Election Commission headquarters. The protest followed recent Supreme Court remarks regarding changes to the voter registration process. Opposition leaders accused Kumar of undermining public trust in the Election Commission. The MPs questioned security measures surrounding Parliament as they aimed to peacefully voice their concerns.
INDIA bloc’s ECI march today: Security stepped up as Opposition targets CEC Gyanesh Kumar
Security measures have been increased outside the Election Commission of India ahead of a planned protest by opposition MPs. The MPs will march to raise concerns regarding alleged irregularities in the electoral process and to demand transparency. Various leaders from the INDIA alliance, including Biju Janata Dal members, will participate in the protest. Congress representatives have emphasized peaceful demonstrations and ongoing district-level activities until October 8.
Rajya Sabha polls: BJP's 8 nominees to file papers in Lucknow; CM Yogi Adityanath, Deputy CMs to attend
The Bharatiya Janata Party has chosen eight candidates for the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections in Uttar Pradesh. These candidates will file their nominations at Vidhan Bhavan, supported by key BJP leaders. The party has made a conscious effort to ensure social balance among its nominees, representing various communities. Meanwhile, the Samajwadi Party has also announced its candidates for the elections.
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INDIA Bloc MPs to march to ECI office today; Rahul: Gyanesh changing Form 6 established
On Tuesday, INDIA bloc MPs will stage a march towards the Election Commission of India, demanding the resignation of Gyanesh Kumar. This follows previous protests regarding the SIR and alleged electoral misconduct. Rahul Gandhi has accused the BJP of tampering with Form 6 to tilt the scales in their favor.
NCP (SP) backs Justice Bhuyan’s SIR remarks, hits out at BJP
The Nationalist Congress Party has voiced support for Justice Ujjal Bhuyan's critical remarks on electoral roll revisions. Justice Bhuyan stated that disenfranchising citizens is a violation of constitutional rights in India. Clyde Crasto accused the BJP of attempting to cover up alleged irregularities by the Chief Election Commissioner. Opposition parties continue to demand the resignation of Gyanesh Kumar over the Special Intensive Revision process.
Maharashtra's Opposition parties hold demonstrations against CEC & EVM
Maharashtra's Opposition parties staged a protest in Mumbai, demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. They claimed the Election Commission is rigging the electoral process to favor the BJP. The leaders voiced concerns about the removal of millions of voters during the State Identification Registration exercise. BJP representatives countered by highlighting previous demands for removing duplicate names from electoral rolls.
SIR: BJP seeks FIR on Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar, other ministers for staging dharna at ECI office
The BJP has urged Bengaluru Police to register an FIR against Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar and his cabinet colleagues over their protest outside the Election Commission office, alleging violation of court-mandated rules for public demonstrations.
SIR: CM DK Shivakumar hails ECI special drive to enrol voters claiming victory after dharna
Chief Minister DK Shivakumar welcomed the Election Commission of India's decision for a nationwide voter enrollment drive. This initiative aims to include left-out voters and first-time electors, ensuring their voting rights are protected. The Election Commission has directed various officials to compare electoral rolls and facilitate the registration process. Awareness campaigns will also be launched to engage communities and improve voter participation.
Mamata and Abhishek allege ECI handed over 150 seats to BJP
Mamata Banerjee and Abhishek Banerjee criticized the Election Commission of India over electoral irregularities. They claimed that deletions in the electoral roll surpass winning margins in about 150 assembly seats. Abhishek Banerjee challenged the Election Commission to disclose complete records for independent examination. Mamata Banerjee raised concerns about the statutory immunity of the chief election commissioner under the new law.
Karnataka CM Shivakumar stages dharna at ECI office, seeks FIR over bulk Form 7 filings
Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar led a protest outside the Election Commission of India office in Bengaluru with his Cabinet. He accused the BJP of submitting numerous Form 7 applications to delete eligible voters from electoral rolls. Shivakumar highlighted that many targeted voters belonged to minority communities and other marginalized groups. He demanded a timely investigation into the allegations and requested immediate action from election officials.
UP elections: Akhilesh Yadav in talks with many BJP MLAs, working to accommodate them
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav indicated that several BJP MLAs are in contact with his party. He mentioned the challenges in accommodating these MLAs within the party structure. Yadav stated that the SP plans to maintain largely the same allies for the upcoming Uttar Pradesh elections. The Congress party is also seeking unity among opposition factions to address electoral concerns.
BJP hits out at Congress, asks main Opposition to introspect
Smriti Irani reiterated that ECI strengthens India's democratic framework and embodies the dignity of Indian democracy, a system admired and respected by many nations.
Ahead of INDIA Bloc's meeting, Suvendu Adhikari attacks Mamata Banerjee for making friends with "Dimagi Naxals & Jamaat"
Adhikari said he will urge the Delhi Police and the Intelligence Bureau to keep a close watch on Mamata Banerjee’s activities as she is in New Delhi. He was speaking at the sidelines of Janata Darbar programme at the state BJP office.
JP Nadda targets Rahul Gandhi over ECI row, accuses opposition of ‘confusion’
Union minister JP Nadda criticized the Congress and opposition leaders for their allegations against the Election Commission of India. He accused them of attempting to vitiate the political atmosphere and disrupt the country’s development. Nadda stated that independent institutions have rejected the opposition's claims, highlighting the integrity of the Election Commission. The opposition, including leaders like Rahul Gandhi, has been urged to address public interests.
'Throwing mud on EC amounts to throwing mud on democracy': BJP's Prakash Reddy amid SIR row
BJP leader Prakash Reddy criticized Opposition parties for attacking the Election Commission of India. He explained that such actions undermine democracy and constitutional integrity. Reddy emphasized that individuals should respect institutional functions and not disrupt them. He also refuted claims of dissent within the Election Commission regarding electoral processes. Opposition parties are expected to meet to discuss their grievances over the Commission's functioning.
Modi, Shah made Gyanesh Kumar in charge of 'match-fixing' India's polls, alleges Rahul Gandhi
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Saturday alleged that the Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar was made in charge of "match-fixing" India's elections by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah. Gandhi made the allgations following a Kerala Congress social media post, alleging that Kumar had told a former Kerala chief secretary to contest on a BJP ticket after his retirement.
Siddaramaiah seeks CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s removal, independent probe into ECI
Congress Working Committee member Siddaramaiah on Saturday demanded the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, a criminal case against him and an independent probe into the Election Commission of India.
"Laying groundwork to explain their future defeats": BJP's Ram Kadam hits back at opposition over SIR row
Ram Kadam defended the credibility of the Election Commission of India amid ongoing political criticism. He stated that allegations against the EC must be supported by factual evidence. Congress leader Jairam Ramesh raised concerns about changes made to voter registration processes.
SP had claimed voter list rigging all along; strict action should be taken against officials: Dimple Yadav on SIR row
Dimple Yadav from the Samajwadi Party has raised issues regarding alleged discrepancies in the voter lists. Allegations suggest that 13 crore voters have been deleted, raising concerns over electoral transparency and integrity. Opposition parties, including Congress, demand accountability from the Election Commission and the Chief Election Commissioner. Union Minister Chirag Paswan has stated that the Election Commission must address these allegations to maintain public trust.
"Resign and face action": Oppn escalates attack on CEC over EC dissent report; BJP calls it "false allegations"
A significant political clash is brewing between the BJP and various opposition factions concerning the Election Commission of India. Accusations of turmoil within the Commission are leading to rising calls for the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Opposition groups, notably Congress and Samajwadi Party, allege that the Commission is sabotaging democratic integrity.
Plea filed in SC seeking CEC Gyanesh Kumar's prosecution for unlawful Form 6 changes
A plea has been filed in the Supreme Court against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar for alleged unilateral decisions. The plea claims these decisions led to the exclusion of eligible voters from the electoral process. It specifically points to changes in Form 6 and the centralization of electoral roll data. Additionally, the plea challenges the Special Intensive Revision decisions by citing lack of concurrence from other Election Commissioners.
SIR row: What's basis of Rahul Gandhi's allegations, asks BJP
BJP spokesperson Sudhanshu Trivedi challenged Rahul Gandhi's claims about the Election Commission's functioning and decision-making processes. Trivedi questioned Gandhi's reliance on unverified media reports without substantial evidence. He also highlighted Congress's historical electoral failures in various states to argue transparency in elections has affected their performance. Additionally, Trivedi called for clarification on the involvement of opposition leaders in the selection of chief electoral officers.
TMC name-symbol row: Supreme Court asks ECI for timeline
The Supreme Court has asked the Election Commission of India to provide a realistic timeframe for resolving a party dispute. Rival factions of the All India Trinamool Congress are contesting over the party's name and election symbol. The court emphasised that proceedings should not be prolonged indefinitely and suggested daily hearings.
Differences among ECs part of democratic deliberations, says BJP
BJP has defended the Election Commission of India and emphasized its democratic functioning in recent reports. The party highlighted diverse opinions among election commissioners during official discussions as a positive aspect. They argued that this behavior contrasts sharply with opposition claims of a dictatorial poll panel. The statements from BJP reinforce the notion that ECI upholds democratic principles effectively.
Mamata Banerjee demands fresh Bengal elections amid EC SIR dissent row; calls for CEC's arrest
Mamata Banerjee has called for the arrest of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar regarding alleged electoral misconduct. She claims the BJP, in collusion with the Election Commission, manipulated the Bengal Assembly elections. Banerjee is also advocating for new elections across all states where the BJP won post-Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. Additionally, she has demanded the resignation of the CEC due to moral reasons.
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