Haryana govt formed with mandate, CM clarifies on 'vote chori'
Chandigarh, Dec 22
Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Monday informed the Assembly that the people of the state formed the government with an overwhelming mandate.
“In such a situation, despite this clear public confidence, the Opposition’s attempt to create a perception of Vote Chor amounts to outright misinformation and also undermines the people’s verdict,†he said.
The Chief Minister said when the Assembly election results were declared on October 8, 2024, the Opposition had no complaints and everything appeared normal.
“However, as time passed, the Opposition suddenly began raising allegations of vote theft. Not only were efforts made to take this narrative beyond Haryana and spread it across different parts of the country.â€
The Chief Minister said that Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has specifically named Haryana while making allegations of vote theft. Such serious allegations, he said, deserve a responsible and fact-based discussion within the House, as the people of Haryana want to know the truth.
The Chief Minister clarified that the proposed discussion is neither against the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) nor about the Election Commission of India.
“However, if the Opposition believes there has been any irregularity, it should be discussed openly. If the Opposition has any concrete suggestions for improvement, those can also be presented.â€
The Chief Minister further stated that the proposal brought by member Ram Kumar Kashyap should be taken up for discussion in the House so that the people of Haryana receive complete and transparent information on the issue.
“Since the Opposition has been repeatedly raising this unfounded matter, a detailed discussion would help clarify facts for everyone,†the Chief Minister added.
— IANS
Reader Comments
While I support transparency, the timing is suspicious. If the opposition had genuine concerns, they should have raised them immediately after results. This delayed narrative spreading across the country does seem like an attempt to undermine a stable government. 🤔
Respectfully, the CM's call for a fact-based discussion is the only way forward. Both sides must present evidence in the Assembly. The people of Haryana deserve clarity, not political mudslinging. Hope the discussion happens without disruptions.
As an observer, it's concerning when major national figures like Rahul Gandhi make specific allegations. It shakes public trust in the electoral process itself. A thorough, transparent discussion is not just for Haryana but for the health of Indian democracy.
The people have spoken through the ballot. "Vote chor" is a serious label that shouldn't be thrown around lightly. If the opposition has proof, bring it to the House. If not, they should apologize for wasting everyone's time. Jai Haryana!
I appreciate the CM's mature stance—inviting discussion instead of avoiding it. However, one must ask: if everything was normal, why is there a need for such a strong clarification now? Perception matters, and the government must work harder to rebuild any lost trust.
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