In a significant move, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has imposed a 48-hour campaign ban on former Telangana Chief Minister and Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) chief K Chandrashekar Rao (KCR), effective from 8 pm today, May 1st. The action follows alleged derogatory remarks against the Congress during a rally in the Sircilla district.
Violation of model code of conduct
The ECI’s decision came after a complaint from G Niranjan, senior vice-president of the Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee, regarding KCR’s statements made on April 5. The ban, effective from 8 pm on May 1, was enforced based on the violation of the Model Code of Conduct.
Response to allegations
In response to the complaint, KCR stated that his criticism was confined to the policies and programs of the Congress in the state. He maintained that no personal criticism against Congress leaders was made. However, the ECI found his statements in violation of the Model Code of Conduct.
Compliance with ECI’s directive
A BRS leader assured that KCR would comply with the Election Commission’s directive, adhering to the imposed ban on campaigning for the stipulated 48-hour period.
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