Row over Togadia's reported hate speech, Congress files complaint

"Unfortunately, such statements are allowed and permitted by the BJP to seek votes by spreading hatred amongst different communities and religions. Unless the commission takes stern action against people making such speeches, fair and proper election cannot be conducted."

"Even in the case of Giriraj Singh, the commission has not taken action as per law," the letter said.

Meanwhile, the Election Commission Monday ordered the Patna district administration to lodge an FIR against Giriraj Singh for his remark.

Additional Chief Electoral Officer R. Lakshmanan told media persons here that the poll panel ordered the Patna district magistrate to lodge a case against Giriraj Singh, saying it was a violation of the Model Code of Conduct.