Congress targeting EC for political gains, says Kishan Reddy
He said Congress questions the poll body and EVMs only after losses, while BJP leaders called Rahul Gandhi’s attacks on constitutional institutions politically motivated.
- On Saturday, the Election Commission of India issued a statement clarifying the Special Intensive Revision process, prompting the Bharatiya Janata Party to defend the electoral body against Congress criticism.
- BJP spokesperson Sambit Patra alleged that Rahul Gandhi aims to "spoil the game" when he cannot win elections, claiming Congress questioned the SIR despite Supreme Court validation on May 27, 2026.
- Former Union Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad emphasized the commission's authority under the Representation of People Acts, 1950 and 1951, noting the Supreme Court upheld all SIR matters as valid and permissible.
- Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy argued Congress selectively targets the EC only when it loses, accepting the process when victorious in Karnataka, Himachal Pradesh, and Telangana.
- Brijesh Chowta claimed this "irresponsible" attitude toward the ECI reflects a broader political agenda to undermine trust in constitutional institutions and create chaos.
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BJP leader R Ashoka slams Rahul Gandhi over ECI criticism
BENGALURU: Karnataka Leader of Opposition R. Ashoka on September 27 launched a sharp attack on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi over his criticism of the Election Commission and the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, accusing the Congress of questioning constitutional institutions after facing political setbacks. Addressing a joint press conference at the BJP office along with Legislative Council Opposition Leader Chalavadi…
Rahul Gandhi Hasn't Spared Any Institution
Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. Karnataka Leader of Opposition (LOP) R Ashok said Rahul Gandhi was not behaving like a Leader of the Opposition and that his conduct was undignified, while alleging that the Congress party, Rahul Gandhi and Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar were attacking constitutional institutions in the country. India News | Rahul Gandhi Hasn't Spared Any Institution": Karnataka LOP R Ashok Slams Congress ov…
BJP: Rahul Gandhi lied, claims baseless, Opposition must work hard to win polls
The EC held its first meeting Saturday since The Indian Express reported that Sandhu and Joshi had objected on record at least 14 times in 10 months to SIR-related decisions taken without their knowledge and to glaring gaps in processes.
BJP backs Election Commission, slams opposition over 'baseless' allegations
BJP leader Ravi Shankar Prasad has expressed support for the Election Commission following its recent press note. He condemned the Congress and other Opposition parties for making baseless allegations. Prasad noted that the Congress suggested extreme actions against the Chief Election Commissioner. The Election Commission confirmed that decisions on the Special Intensive Revision were made with consensus. The BJP defends the electoral body's int…
‘Rahul Wants Power At Any Cost’: Sambit Patra Hits Back At Congress Over ECI Row
<p class="isSelectedEnd">The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Saturday reacted to the Election Commission of India’s (ECI) statement following its key meeting on September 26, saying the clarification had “separated milk from water” over the issues surrounding the poll panel.</p> <p class="isSelectedEnd">BJP spokesperson Sambit Patra launched a sharp attack on the Congress and Rahul Gandhi, alleging that gaining power at any cost is the Congress …
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