Tensions flared in Assam’s political circles after Congress registered a police complaint against the BJP state chief, branding him the architect of a ‘vote theft’ scheme that allegedly rigged recent elections. The formal accusation paints a picture of organized fraud threatening democratic norms.
Backed by affidavits from booth-level agents, the complaint details anomalies like duplicate votes and unauthorized alterations in electronic records. Congress points to vulnerable rural pockets where enforcement is lax, claiming BJP exploited these gaps for unfair gains.
Addressing a packed rally, Congress leaders framed the issue as a fight for every voter’s right. ‘No one is above the law, not even party presidents,’ they proclaimed, urging the election watchdog to act decisively and restore faith in the system.
The BJP camp hit back, labeling the complaint a smear campaign born of electoral sour grapes. ‘Congress should focus on policy rather than petty allegations,’ advised a senior minister, promising full cooperation with any legitimate inquiry.
With forensic experts now potentially involved, this case could expose deeper systemic flaws in Assam’s voting machinery. As public discourse intensifies, it highlights the razor-thin margins that often decide fates in India’s vibrant democracy, keeping all eyes on the unfolding drama.