BJP, Congress seek more time to respond to EC notice regarding MCC violation
Tuesday, 30 April 2024 () ECI has invoked Section 77 of the Representation of the People Act and held party presidents responsible, as a first step, to reign in star campaigners.
Sambit Patra, BJP's Lok Sabha candidate in Odisha's Puri seat, sparked controversy by proclaiming "Lord Jagannath is Modi's devotee" after a rally with PM Modi. Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik condemned the statement, calling it an insult to Lord Jagannath and Odia pride. Patra apologized, citing a "slip of the tongue" due to heat. The incident underscores the sensitivity of mixing religion and politics.
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Congress party accused the BJP of exploiting religious sentiments for political gain and warned that "hero-worship is the road to dictatorship" following BJP.. IndiaTimes
The Bharatiya Janata Party on Monday slapped a show cause notice on former Union Minister Jayant Sinha for not taking part in campaigning after Manish Jaiswal.. IndiaTimes
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