DK Shivakumar Fires Back at Amit Shah Over 'Vote Chori' Claims in Parliament
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Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has responded sharply to Union Home Minister Amit Shah's allegations of 'vote chori' during Jawaharlal Nehru's time. Shivakumar pointed out that Shah's claims are baseless, as ballots were used during that period, making it impossible for vote manipulation to occur. The exchange between Shah and Shivakumar comes amidst a heated debate in the Lok Sabha over election reforms. Union Home Minister Amit Shah defended the special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter lists, describing it as a necessary process to 'sanitise' electoral rolls. However, the move has been met with opposition from the Congress party, led by Rahul Gandhi. Gandhi had earlier challenged Shah to a debate on the issues raised in his press conference, including allegations of irregularities in electoral rolls. However, Shah refused to engage in a direct debate, instead choosing to address questions in his own sequence. The confrontation escalated, with Opposition MPs walking out of the Lok Sabha, prompting the house to adjourn. The debate over election reforms has sparked intense discussions, with the Congress party accusing the government of double standards. As the controversy continues, the Election Commission remains at the center of the storm, with both sides praising and criticizing its efforts to ensure free and fair elections.
