Complaint Filed Against BJP Banners in Gujarat for MCC Violations
Ahead of the April 26 local body polls in Gujarat, the Vishwamitri Bachao Samiti (VBS), a self-described non-political organization, has lodged a formal complaint demanding the removal of large banners featuring senior BJP MLA Yogesh Patel. The banners, displayed on a busy street in Raopura, challenge Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge to answer questions regarding former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi’s husband, Feroze Gandhi, who was of Gujarati origin. This campaign follows recent controversy where Kharge faced severe criticism and protests for allegedly calling people of Gujarat 'illiterates' during a speech in Kerala, for which he later expressed regret. The VBS argues that these provocative banners constitute a clear violation of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) and have criticized authorities for failing to take action against such violations over the past ten days. Advocate Shailesh Amin of the VBS emphasized the need for immediate removal to ensure strict enforcement of electoral rules. The incident highlights the heightened political tensions and aggressive campaigning strategies employed by parties in the lead-up to the crucial local elections in the state.
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Complaint Filed Against BJP Banners in Gujarat for MCC Violations
Ahead of the April 26 local body polls in Gujarat, the Vishwamitri Bachao Samiti (VBS), a self-described non-political organization, has lodged a formal complaint demanding the removal of large banners featuring senior BJP MLA Yogesh Patel. The banners, displayed on a busy street in Raopura, challenge Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge to answer questions regarding former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi’s husband, Feroze Gandhi, who was of Gujarati origin. This campaign follows recent controversy where Kharge faced severe criticism and protests for allegedly calling people of Gujarat 'illiterates' during a speech in Kerala, for which he later expressed regret. The VBS argues that these provocative banners constitute a clear violation of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) and have criticized authorities for failing to take action against such violations over the past ten days. Advocate Shailesh Amin of the VBS emphasized the need for immediate removal to ensure strict enforcement of electoral rules. The incident highlights the heightened political tensions and aggressive campaigning strategies employed by parties in the lead-up to the crucial local elections in the state.
The Indian Express