Congress Alleges ‘Vote Theft’ as Election Commission Rejects Claims

Rahul Gandhi accused the Election Commission of aiding the BJP in the 2024 elections, prompting protests and parliamentary calls for investigation.

Aug 15, 2025 - 22:19
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Congress Alleges ‘Vote Theft’ as Election Commission Rejects Claims

Gandhi and opposition leaders claimed large-scale electoral inconsistencies, ranging from duplicate voter records to blocked digital roll access. The ECI refuted the allegations, stating complaints must go to the High Court. The opposition staged protests; several MPs were detained near the ECI office in New Delhi, calling the alleged voting irregularities “a battle for the Constitution.” BJP dismissed it as an attempt to erode trust in the electoral system