Breaking News: Rahul Gandhi’s ‘Vote Chori’ Allegations Spark National Debate on Electoral Transparency

New Delhi, August 10, 2025 — A political storm has erupted across India as Congress leader Rahul Gandhi intensifies his campaign against alleged electoral fraud, accusing the Election Commission of collusion with the ruling BJP in what he calls “Vote Chori” — vote theft.

At the heart of the controversy is Gandhi’s claim that over 1 lakh fake voters were added in Bangalore Central constituency during the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, allegedly tipping the scales in favor of the BJP. “This is a crime against the Constitution,” Gandhi declared in a video message, calling the manipulation a direct attack on the principle of one person, one vote.

To rally public support, the Congress has launched a dedicated portal — votechori.in — where citizens can:

- Download alleged “vote chori proof”

- Demand accountability from the Election Commission

- Register their support and receive a digital certificate signed by top Congress leaders

Meanwhile, opposition parties under the INDIA bloc have announced a march from Parliament to the EC headquarters, demanding transparency and electoral reforms. Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge is expected to host a solidarity dinner for MPs following the protest.

As the nation gears up for upcoming state elections, the “Vote Chori” debate has reignited public scrutiny over voter roll integrity, surveillance at polling booths, and the role of digital audits in safeguard

ing democracy.