The visit comes amid growing discontent within the BJP, with several leaders leaving after being denied election tickets. Shah will also address party leaders and workers during his visit, and preparations for the campaign are underway with heavy security. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to join the campaign later in September.
The venue resembles a fortress. Prominent American lawmakers have pledged support to Indian Americans in their fight against increasing Hinduphobia and discrimination. Several lawmakers, including Congressmen Rich McCormick, Glen Grothman, Ro Khanna, and Max Miller, expressed solidarity and support for the Hindu community, emphasizing the importance of freedom of religion and standing against hate. Addressing concerns raised by Opposition parties regarding the counting process, CEC Kumar dismissed allegations of tampering and urged against spreading rumors that cast doubt on the integrity of the election.
Without directly naming any party or individual, he referred to recent social media allegations made by Congress members Ajay Maken and Jairam Ramesh, challenging them to provide evidence before the counting begins.
The Election Commission of India held a press conference in Delhi on Monday, just a day before the vote counting for the Lok Sabha elections In a recent turn of events, the EC took action following a public statement by Congress General Secretary Jairam Ramesh on social media. Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar challenged the opposition to provide evidence of allegations against returning officers and district magistrates being influenced in the poll process.
Kumar urged the opposition to identify those trying to manipulate the process before vote counting begins. He dismissed rumors and emphasized the Commission's readiness to address foreign interference. They urged the Commission to ensure that all guidelines are followed during the counting of votes on June 4, particularly emphasizing the need to declare the results of postal ballots before those of the electronic voting machines EVMs.
