Controversy Clouds Haryana Election Results

The Indian National Congress challenges the election results in Haryana, where the BJP claimed victory. Alleging vote-counting discrepancies, Congress filed complaints with the Election Commission of India, which promised to investigate. This election marks Prime Minister Modi's first test of popularity since his latest re-election.

The Indian National Congress has raised allegations against the counting of votes in the recent Haryana state elections, which resulted in a victory for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Congress, shocked by the unexpected outcome, accused potential discrepancies in the vote tally.

Senior leaders conveyed grievances from 20 constituencies to the Election Commission of India (ECI), receiving assurances for a thorough examination. Meanwhile, BJP representative Anil Baluni attributed Congress's defeat to a disconnect with the electorate rather than any irregularities.

The election reflects Modi's initial trial of popularity post his re-election, serving as a precursor to the upcoming polls in Maharashtra and Jharkhand, pivotal state elections anticipated in the coming months.

(With inputs from agencies.)