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Shashi Tharoor Backs Gandhi’s Vote Theft Claims
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has supported Rahul Gandhi’s recent claims of widespread electoral fraud in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. He described Gandhi’s allegations of collusion between the ruling party and the Election Commission as serious and called for a prompt response to protect democracy’s credibility.
What Gandhi Alleged
Rahul Gandhi alleged that about 100,000 fake voters were added to the electoral rolls in Karnataka’s Mahadevapura segment, contributing significantly to the BJP’s narrow win in Bangalore Central. He claimed systematic manipulation through duplicate entries and fake voters, calling it a “criminal fraud” that threatens the nation’s democratic foundations.
Tharoor’s Urgent Call for Action
In a social media post, Tharoor emphasized the importance of credibility in democratic elections. He urged the Election Commission to act swiftly and transparently, warning that trust in the electoral process is too precious to be compromised by carelessness—or worse, deliberate tampering.
Election Panel Pushes Back
The Election Commission has dismissed Gandhi’s claims as baseless, stressing its impartiality and commitment to fair procedures. Meanwhile, state Chief Electoral Officers have sought formal declarations from Gandhi, asking him to affirm his allegations under oath before any legal or procedural steps can proceed.
Political Tension and Public Response
These accusations have stirred political tensions. Some state leaders have supported Gandhi’s stance, while others condemned it as opportunistic, citing the Congress’s own record. Protests and calls for thorough investigation are underway, as both political parties and citizens await a formal response from the Election Commission.
