Controversy Surrounds Alleged Voter ID Fraud by RJD Leader

The Election Commission has asked RJD Leader Tejashwi Yadav to submit a voter ID card he claims was improperly issued, sparking allegations of electoral misconduct. Opposition parties demand investigation, as Yadav's possession of another card raises legal questions and political tension amid pending assembly polls.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Patna | Updated: 03-08-2025 17:33 IST | Created: 03-08-2025 17:33 IST
Controversy Surrounds Alleged Voter ID Fraud by RJD Leader
Tejashwi Yadav
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Controversy has erupted after the Election Commission demanded that RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav hand over a voter ID card stated to be unofficially issued. The request follows Yadav's claims of missing electoral records, leading to accusations from opposition parties of potential fraud.

Yadav, opposing changes in his EPIC number, found backing from District Magistrate Thiyagaraja S M, who suggested that the number on record was consistent with those submitted in previous elections. However, ruling NDA members now demand legal action against Yadav for allegedly possessing multiple EPIC cards.

The NDA has also challenged Congress leader Rahul Gandhi to comment on this development, referencing his recent remarks suggesting the party has explosive evidence of electoral misconduct. The tension adds a new dimension to the upcoming assembly elections, with allegations flying over integrity and trust issues within the electoral process.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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