Mukesh Sahani Accuses Election Commission of Being BJP’s Arm
· India · The Hindu, Times of India
Vikassheel Insaan Party chief Mukesh Sahani launched a scathing attack on Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, accusing the Election Commission of acting as an arm of the BJP. Speaking in Patna on September 24, 2026, Sahani criticized Kumar for allegedly undermining the Constitution and warned of potential legal consequences. He claimed that if granted immunity for one murder, Kumar would be his first target, though he emphasized his respect for the law. Sahani also predicted a Congress-led government in 2029, with Kumar facing imprisonment. The controversy stems from reported irregularities in electoral roll procedures, though specific details remain unclear.
Why it matters
Sahani’s accusations highlight growing tensions over the neutrality of India’s electoral process, raising concerns about trust in democratic institutions ahead of future elections.
Read the original report — The Hindu
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