BJP's Shivraj Chouhan Slams Congress: 'Insulting People's Mandate Is Your Old Habit'

In a sharp escalation of political rhetoric, senior BJP leader Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Wednesday accused the Congress party of habitually insulting the people's mandate and attacking constitutional institutions. Chouhan's remarks came in response to Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge's recent criticisms, which the BJP claims undermine the integrity of India's democratic processes.

Chouhan specifically defended the appointment process of Election Commissioners and the reliability of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs), asserting that these institutions are robust and transparent. He stated, "Insulting people's mandate is Congress' old habit," and accused Kharge of targeting constitutional bodies to deflect from the Congress's electoral defeats. The BJP has consistently rejected opposition allegations of EVM tampering and has highlighted the Election Commission's autonomy.

The exchange underscores the intensifying battle over electoral integrity ahead of upcoming state and national elections. While the Congress has demanded greater transparency in the appointment of Election Commissioners, the BJP maintains that the current system is fair. This war of words is likely to further polarize the political landscape, with both parties gearing up for a contentious electoral season. The Election Commission has yet to respond to the latest allegations.