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Election Commission of India (ECI) has taken a decisive step by banning an advertisement orchestrated by the Congress.
KOLKATA: As the political landscape in Rajasthan intensifies ahead of the Assembly elections, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has taken a decisive step by banning an advertisement orchestrated by the Congress. The advertisement, featuring the voice of Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot, urged citizens to register themselves via mobile phones, emphasising certain guarantees.
Published in newspapers with a deceptive appearance of a ‘news’ segment, the advertisement has raised concerns about a potential violation of the code of conduct. In response, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has officially filed a complaint with the state Chief Electoral Officer, labelling the Congress’ move as a “corrupt practice” and urging immediate action from the ECI.
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In response to the BJP’s complaint, the Chief Electoral Officer has issued a notice to the State President and General Secretary of the Rajasthan Congress. Simultaneously, the state election commission has sought clarification from the Congress regarding the nature and intent of the controversial advertisement.
The Election Commission, after a thorough examination, concluded that the advertisement indeed violated the rules of the code of conduct. Consequently, the Election Commission issued a notice, directing an immediate halt to the telecast of both audio messages associated with the contentious advertisement.
Furthermore, the BJP’s grievances extended beyond the audio campaign. The party lodged a complaint with the Election Commission against Congress for publishing misleading advertisements in newspapers. The contentious headlines included: “Congress’ seven guarantees magic,” “Congress’ victory confirmed on 156 seats,” and “Congress’ seven guarantees magic.”
Adding another dimension to the political tussle, the BJP also approached the ECI, demanding action against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi. This demand arose from Gandhi’s reference to Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a “panauti” (bad omen) during a speech in Rajasthan. Gandhi’s remarks were tied to India’s loss in the World Cup final to Australia, a match attended by the Prime Minister himself.
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Responding to this specific complaint, the ECI promptly issued a notice to Rahul Gandhi, initiating a new chapter in the ongoing electoral drama in Rajasthan. The coming days are likely to witness heightened scrutiny and responses from the involved political parties as the Assembly elections draw nearer.
