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Bihar Election Shock: FIR Against Union Minister Lalan Singh Amid Poll Code Violation

The Patna district administration has filed an FIR against Union Minister Lalan Singh for alleged Model Code of Conduct violations. This action follows a viral video where Singh appears to discuss preventing opposition voters from casting their ballots. The Election Commission had already issued him a notice demanding an explanation within 24 hours. Meanwhile, Singh has taken charge of the Mokama campaign after JD(U) candidate Anant Singh was jailed in a murder case.

Key Points: FIR Against Lalan Singh for Bihar Election Code Violation

  • FIR registered after analysis of surveillance team video footage by Patna administration
  • Election Commission issued notice over alleged remarks in Mokama constituency
  • Viral video shows minister speaking about preventing opposition voters
  • RJD shares video accusing minister of influencing electoral process
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Bihar elections: FIR against Lalan Singh over poll code 'violation'

Union Minister Lalan Singh faces FIR for alleged Model Code violation in Mokama after viral video shows controversial remarks about preventing opposition voters from casting ballots.

"After examination, an FIR has been lodged against Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh alias Lalan Singh - Patna District Administration"

Patna, Nov 4

An FIR has been registered against Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan alias Lalan Singh on Tuesday for the alleged violation of the Model Code of Conduct in Bihar's Mokama.

An official statement, issued by the district magistrate-cum returning officer, Patna, said, "The Patna district administration analysed video footage recorded by the surveillance team. After examination, an FIR has been lodged against Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh alias Lalan Singh under relevant sections of the BNS and the Representation of the People Act."

Earlier, the Election Commission of India had also issued a notice to Lalan Singh over his alleged remarks in Mokama and had sought a response within 24 hours.

The Patna district administration also shared the video of Lalan Singh on his social networking platform X.

According to reports, a purported video of Lalan Singh has gone viral on social media, in which he is seen speaking about preventing opposition voters from exercising their franchise. The Election Commission has treated the remarks as a possible violation of the Model Code of Conduct.

The Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) has shared the video on social media, accusing the Union Minister of attempting to influence the electoral process. The Commission is now awaiting Lalan Singh's explanation.

It is noteworthy that JD(U) candidate and former MLA Anant Singh - considered a strongman in Mokama - is currently in 14-day judicial custody in Beur jail in connection with the Dularchand Yadav murder case.

Following Singh's imprisonment, the Union Minister has taken charge of the Mokama campaign.

A day earlier, Lalan Singh had said that in Anant Singh's absence, he himself had assumed full responsibility for the Mokama election.

He also appealed to voters in Mokama to fight the election as Anant Singh.

Lalan Singh is now leading the campaign in the constituency and seeking votes on behalf of Anant Singh.

Political activity is intensifying in Bihar ahead of the Assembly elections. The campaigning for the first phase of the polls will end at 5 p.m.

The political temperature has risen in Mokama after the murder of Jan Suraaj Party's supporter Dularchand Yadav.

- IANS

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Priya S
Mokama has always been a sensitive constituency. With Anant Singh in jail and now this controversy, the election atmosphere is really heating up. Hope the common voter's voice isn't lost in all this drama.
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Arjun K
Good to see the Election Commission acting promptly. Model Code of Conduct should be followed by all parties equally. Democracy only works when rules are respected by everyone, big or small.
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Sarah B
As someone observing Indian politics from outside, I appreciate how seriously election violations are taken here. The video evidence and FIR process shows transparency in the system.
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Meera T
The timing of this FIR is interesting - just before campaigning ends. While rules must be followed, one can't help but wonder about political motivations behind such actions. Let's see what explanation Lalan Singh gives.
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Vikram M
Talking about preventing opposition voters from voting? This is unacceptable in a democracy! Every citizen has the right to vote freely. Such statements undermine our electoral process. 😠
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Kavya N
Bihar elections are always full of drama, but this time it's different with social media playing such a big role. The video going viral shows how technology is changing our politics - both good and bad.

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