Opposition Divided Over EVM Allegations as Leaders Question Congress Claims
Tensions rise within the INDIA alliance as allies challenge Congress's stance on Electronic Voting Machines following recent election results.
- Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee urged Congress to demonstrate how EVMs can be hacked, dismissing allegations as baseless without evidence.
- Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah criticized the inconsistency of questioning EVMs, highlighting Congress's acceptance of victories using the same machines.
- The Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) staged protests in Maharashtra, demanding scrutiny of EVMs and alleging their misuse in recent elections.
- BJP leaders and allies accused Congress of blaming EVMs for losses while celebrating wins, urging introspection on election strategies instead.
- Internal disagreements within the INDIA bloc have surfaced, with Congress defending its stance while allies like TMC and NC distance themselves from EVM allegations.