Gaurav Gogoi Slams BJP and Election Commission Over 10 Alleged Election Tactics

Guwahati: Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi lashed out at the BJP-led government on November 9. He accused the ruling party of weaponizing constitutional bodies to crush opposition efforts. Gogoi posted a list of 10 allegations on X, labeling the strategy the "Modi-Shah-Election Commission of India package for people of India." He claims these tactics rig the game.

The list targets the delimitation process and the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. Gogoi fears delimitation redraws maps to serve the BJP while the revision exercise invites fake voters and deletes legitimate ones. He also pointed to electoral bonds, claiming the system lets corporate donors hide from the Income Tax Department and the Enforcement Directorate.

Gogoi alleges the BJP triggers splits in rival parties and freezes their symbols. He further claimed that government officials who bow to ruling party demands receive promotions. Other grievances include legal protections for the Chief Election Commissioner and the biased timing of campaign schedules. He also cited selective enforcement of the Model Code of Conduct. The MP doubts the reliability of Electronic Voting Machines and claims candidate scrutiny processes are used to disqualify opposition nominees.