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Karnataka to probe electoral fraud, Form 7 misuse: Shivakumar

Karnataka to probe electoral fraud, Form 7 misuse: Shivakumar

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During a recent political exchange, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi faced criticism from Sambit Patra, who claimed Gandhi had no data and only “galata” regarding the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. Home Minister Amit Shah also addressed the issue, urging Gandhi to cease street allegations and instead debate the SIR matter in Parliament, issuing the challenge while speaking at a gathering in Karnal. Both remarks reflect heightened tension over the SIR controversy.

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    Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar announced a police investigation into alleged electoral fraud by the BJP. He accused the party of manipulating voter rolls and distributing pre-filled Form 7 applications. Shivakumar highlighted the removal of many voters, especially from marginalized…

    — The Economic Times

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Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar announced a police investigation into alleged electoral fraud by the BJP. He accused the party of manipulating voter rolls and distributing pre-filled Form 7 applications. Shivakumar highlighted the removal of many voters, especially from marginalized…

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Karnataka to probe electoral fraud, Form 7 misuse: Shivakumar

Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar announced a police investigation into alleged electoral fraud by the BJP. He accused the party of manipulating voter rolls and distributing pre-filled Form 7 applications. Shivakumar highlighted the removal of many voters, especially from marginalized…

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