Rahul Gandhi's Rigging Allegations: A Political Controversy Unfolds

In a sharp rebuttal, the BJP has derided Congress leader Rahul Gandhi over his allegations of voter manipulation in the Maharashtra assembly elections, likening his claims to an unfounded uproar. This followed Gandhi's dramatic charges of rigging, which the BJP insists lack substantiated evidence.

Union Minister Bhupender Yadav criticized Gandhi for his rhetoric, stating it undermines the respected institutions like the Election Commission. Yadav pointed out inconsistencies in Gandhi's data, noting a significant voter increase as reported by the Commission, which he asserted supported Congress gains in critical constituencies.

The controversy escalated when Yadav accused Gandhi of attempting to malign constitutional bodies with unverified assertions, urging him to pursue formal complaints if his objections are genuine. The BJP maintains that Gandhi's accusations are an attempt to shift blame for electoral setbacks by challenging institutional integrity.

(With inputs from agencies.)