Chidambaram Slams EC: Bihar Voters Disenfranchised, TN Sees Illegal Voter Surge
Senior Congress leader P. Chidambaram has launched a scathing attack on the Election Commission of India (ECI), accusing it of manipulating electoral processes. He cited serious concerns about voter disenfranchisement in Bihar.
Chidambaram highlighted the alleged deletion of voters from electoral rolls in Bihar, raising questions about the fairness and transparency of the revision process. He demanded a thorough investigation into these claims.
The former Union Minister also expressed deep apprehension over the addition of 6.5 lakh new voters in Tamil Nadu. He termed this a blatant violation of electoral norms and an attempt to influence the outcome of future elections.
He questioned the ECI’s definition of “permanently migrated,” suggesting it was being used arbitrarily to disenfranchise voters and potentially alter election results. The vagueness of this definition, he argued, leaves the process open to manipulation.
This sharp criticism comes at a crucial juncture, with several state elections on the horizon. Chidambaram’s allegations raise serious questions about the integrity of the electoral system and demand immediate and transparent action from the Election Commission. The potential impact on upcoming elections is undeniable, and the ECI’s response will be closely scrutinized.
