Election Commission Denounces False Campaign Over Voter Turnout Discrepancy

The Election Commission has denounced a report by the citizens' platform 'Vote for Democracy' alleging discrepancies between initial and final voter turnout figures in the Lok Sabha elections. The EC termed these claims as part of a 'false campaign' aimed at discrediting the electoral process, emphasizing that the data follows legal protocols.

The Election Commission has rebuffed allegations made by 'Vote for Democracy' about discrepancies in voter turnout figures in the Lok Sabha elections, labeling the campaign as false and misleading.

These claims, which highlight significant differences between initially declared and final voter turnout numbers, especially in states like Andhra Pradesh and Odisha, were brought to light by the Congress. The party urged the EC to address these concerns.

The EC noted that the comparisons being made are unfounded and that electoral data strictly comply with statutory forms and procedures. It added that no formal election petitions had been filed on these grounds.

(With inputs from agencies.)