The Election Commission of India (EC) has dismissed the claim made by RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav regarding a voter ID, asserting that the document he showcased does not exist in the official records. Tejashwi had alleged discrepancies in the electoral rolls and presented what he claimed was a legitimate voter ID during a press interaction. However, after verification, the EC clarified that the voter ID number shown by Yadav is invalid and not present in the Election Commission’s database.
This development has sparked political debate, with opposition leaders accusing the ruling establishment of manipulating electoral data, while the EC maintained that it functions with complete transparency and neutrality. The Commission further urged political parties to refrain from spreading misinformation that can undermine public confidence in the electoral process.
The EC’s response comes amid heightened political activity and scrutiny ahead of the upcoming elections. It reiterated that any issues with voter records can be resolved through the established legal channels and that baseless allegations serve only to mislead the public.
