Opposition Leaders March on Election Commission: Rahul Gandhi Challenges ‘Vote Theft’ Allegations
Tensions flared in New Delhi today as approximately 300 opposition Members of Parliament, including prominent figures like Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, marched to the Election Commission headquarters. The protest centered around allegations of widespread “vote theft”.
Gandhi Refuses to Sign Affidavit, Points to Election Commission’s Own Data
During the demonstration, Rahul Gandhi reportedly refused to sign an affidavit regarding the vote theft claims. He argued that the data supporting these allegations belongs to the Election Commission itself, effectively challenging the body to address the concerns based on its own records.
Police Detain Several Opposition Leaders
The protest saw a strong police presence, and several opposition leaders were reportedly detained during the march. The atmosphere was charged with emotion as protestors voiced their concerns over the integrity of the electoral process.