Congress vs. Election Commission: Kharge's 'Terrorist' Remark Sparks Controversy
The Congress criticized the Election Commission for issuing a stern notice to its leader Mallikarjun Kharge over his 'terrorist' remark about Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Accusing the commission of acting under government influence, Congress claimed this behavior undermines constitutional values. The controversy arose amid ongoing elections in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal.
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The Congress party has rebuked the Election Commission for sending a stern notice to its president, Mallikarjun Kharge, regarding his controversial remark about Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
The party alleges that the Election Commission is functioning under the Union home ministry's influence, claiming this is an attack on the Constitution.
Amid elections in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal, Congress accused the commission of prioritizing political expediency over democratic integrity.
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