**Title:** ECI Debunks Congress’s Claims of Voter List Manipulation
**Meta Description:** The Election Commission of India refutes Congress’s allegations of voter list manipulation, calling a recent video misleading and AI-generated.
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**Headline:** Election Commission of India Refutes Congress’s Voter List Manipulation Allegations
In response to ongoing allegations from Congress regarding voter list manipulation, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has issued a fact-check concerning a recent video shared by the party on social media. The ECI labeled the video as “AI-generated and misleading,” asserting that it represents a “clear attempt to mislead the people of Bihar.” The commission emphasized that the preparation of electoral rolls for each Assembly Constituency in Bihar is being conducted in a lawful and transparent manner.
The ECI highlighted the extensive participation involved in the electoral process, noting that:
– Electoral rolls are being prepared by the designated Sub-Divisional Magistrates (SDMs) and Electoral Registration Officers (EROs).
– Over 90,000 Booth Level Officers (BLOs) are actively engaged in the process.
– All electors in each Assembly Constituency are participating.
– More than 160,000 Booth Level Agents (BLAs), appointed by all 12 recognized political parties in Bihar—including the Indian National Congress—are also involved.
The ECI is expected to hold a press conference on August 17 to address the claims of ‘vote chori’ made by Rahul Gandhi. This announcement comes in response to Congress’s post on X, where the party invites the public to join its ‘Voter Adhikar Yatra’ starting August 17 from Sasaram, Bihar. The post encourages participation with the message: “You have to come with us on August 17, have to remove vote thieves from the throne.” An AI-generated video accompanying the post features individuals alleging manipulations and discrepancies in the voter list.
The ongoing tension between the ECI and Congress follows Rahul Gandhi’s accusations of voter list manipulation by the BJP and the ECI. In a detailed presentation supported by data, Gandhi alleged that the poll body colluded with the ruling BJP to manipulate the voter list ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha Elections, which he claims contributed to the BJP’s electoral success.
In conclusion, the ECI’s response underscores its commitment to maintaining the integrity of the electoral process in Bihar, while Congress continues to challenge the legitimacy of the voter list preparations.
**FAQ Section:**
**Q: What is the Election Commission of India’s stance on the allegations made by Congress?**
A: The ECI has refuted Congress’s allegations, stating that the claims are based on misleading and AI-generated content, and emphasized that the electoral roll preparation is being conducted transparently and lawfully.
