BJP misusing government machinery to track probable poll candidates, Rajasthan Congress says
The Congress party has accused the Rajasthan government of improperly using state machinery to collect information on potential candidates for upcoming Panchayati Raj elections. According to a letter shared by Congress chief Govind Singh Dotasra, District Collectors, who are also District Electoral Officers, are requesting data from returning officers in their districts regarding possible candidates for various posts.
The letter contains specific formatting requirements for the information, including Excel data with particular fonts. The letter demands the information be submitted by 5pm on September 28, 2026. The Congress claims that Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma is ordering dishonest officials to use government power to target Congress candidates, intimidate them, and prevent their participation in the elections.
The opposition leader demands a public clarification from the government and an investigation into the matter by the Election Commission.
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