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Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, has accused the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party of manipulating election outcomes in states such as Assam and West Bengal.
In a statement shared on social media, Rahul Gandhi claimed that a significant number of seats in West Bengal showed signs of improper influence, aligning his remarks with earlier concerns raised by Mamata Banerjee.
Assam and Bengal are clear cases of the election being stolen by the BJP with the support of the EC.
We agree with Mamata ji. More than 100 seats were stolen in Bengal.
We have seen this playbook before:
Madhya Pradesh.
Haryana.
Maharashtra.
Lok Sabha 2024 etcचुनाव चोरी,…
— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) May 4, 2026
The Congress leader further alleged that similar patterns appeared in previous elections across multiple states, including Madhya Pradesh, Haryana and Maharashtra, as well as during the 2024 general elections.
According to him, these instances point to a recurring approach that undermines democratic processes.
Rahul Gandhi also criticised institutions responsible for overseeing elections, suggesting their credibility had been weakened. His remarks reflect growing concerns among opposition parties about the fairness of the electoral system.
The comments come as political tensions rise, with opposition groups stepping up criticism of the government over alleged misuse of administrative machinery during polls.
The ruling party has repeatedly denied such claims, maintaining that its electoral successes reflect public support.
Rahul Gandhi’s statement signals a broader effort by opposition leaders to present a unified stance, with his party and Banerjee’s organisation voicing similar concerns over the conduct of elections.
The issue will likely remain a focal point in political discussions, potentially intensifying debates around transparency and institutional accountability in the coming weeks.
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