ECI warns BJP, Congress over MCC violations by star campaigners

The Election Commission of India issued notices to BJP and Congress regarding statements by their star campaigners that violate the Model Code of Conduct during the Lok Sabha elections. The EC emphasized maintaining decorum and avoiding divisive narratives.

ECI warns BJP, Congress over MCC violations by star campaigners

The Election Commission of India on Wednesday issued notices to BJP and Congress over the recent statements made by their star campaigners violating the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) in place for the ongoing Lok Sabha polls. 

In letters to BJP President J.P. Nadda and Congress Chief Mallikarjun Kharge, the Commission said that the utterances of the concerned star campaigners follow patterns and create narratives that can be damaging beyond the MCC period.