I do not understand why the ruling party is avoiding the allegations raised by the Leader of Opposition. This is a matter of grave concern, as our democracy is clearly under threat. Instead of addressing the issue collectively, the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) is rejecting the claims, and the BJP stands in CEC support.
Instead of ensuring accountability and transparency, the CEC is dismissing these allegations outright. Yet, emerging technologies pose a very real danger to democracy. How can someone delete another citizen’s vote in seconds—without the voter even knowing?
Rahul Gandhi’s press conference has been eye-opening. What seemed impossible is, in fact, possible.
The case of Aland constituency in Karnataka reveals the shocking reality:
6,018 votes were deleted.
A Booth Level Officer (BLO) discovered the problem when she noticed her uncle’s vote had been deleted.
On checking, she found the deletion was linked to her neighbour.
But it wasn’t the neighbour. Neither the person whose vote was deleted, nor the one recorded as deleting it, had any knowledge.
The truth: software had hijacked the process and deleted the votes.
Shockingly, mobile numbers from outside Karnataka, from different states, were used to delete votes in Aland—specifically targeting Congress voters.
This issue goes beyond party politics. It is about the very foundation of democracy. If votes can be manipulated through technology, then the sanctity of our elections is at stake.
We must be more aware and vigilant in protecting our rights. Citizens must unite and demand accountability and transparency from constitutional authorities.
Democracy cannot survive if its institutions refuse to act.
