At a high-profile Delhi rally, Congress leaders accused the BJP and Election Commission of undermining electoral integrity, renewing demands for transparency in voting processes.

The Congress intensified its campaign against the BJP and the Election Commission on Sunday, staging a show of strength in the national capital under the banner #VoteChorGaddiChhod. Senior party leaders Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and Mallikarjun Kharge addressed supporters, alleging manipulation of voter lists and misuse of electronic voting machines.

The party claimed that recent changes in electoral procedures have weakened public trust and accused top election officials of shielding themselves from accountability. Congress leaders said these protections would be rolled back if the party returns to power, framing the issue as a fight to “save democracy”.

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra challenged the ruling party to consider paper ballots if it truly believes in transparent elections, while the BJP dismissed the accusations as politically motivated. Critics also pointed to internal disagreements and controversial claims made during the rally.

With elections approaching in several states, the Congress appears to be using the voter integrity narrative to consolidate its base and keep national attention on electoral reforms. For voters, the debate highlights the importance of understanding how voter rolls are updated and how complaints can be formally raised. Whether the issue gains wider traction may depend on how convincingly parties move beyond rhetoric to propose practical safeguards.