EC struggling to enforce model code of conduct, say experts
5 years, 11 months ago

EC struggling to enforce model code of conduct, say experts

India TV News  

Even before voting has taken place for the first phase in the seven-phase general elections, the Election Commission is struggling with a series of poll-code violations, with more piling up every day. The poll panel has received complaints against Prime Minister Narendra Modi himself for allegedly misusing his position for electoral gain through his "Mission Shakti" address to the nation. Besides, there are the cases of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath describing the Indian army as 'Modiji ki sena' - a phrase reiterated by senior BJP leader Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi - and Rajasthan Governor Kalyan Singh saying Modi's re-election was necessary "for the sake of the country and society". While it has given a clean chit to Modi's "Mission Shakti" address, the poll panel has taken no stringent action against the Air India and the Indian Railways for their violations in the first place, notwithstanding the corrective action later. Psephologist and Swaraj India leader Yogendra Yadav also questioned the sanctity of the MCC and asked whether it would now be a case of "Model Code of Conduct for opposition, but Modi Code of Conduct for the BJP?"

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EC writes to Kharge, Nadda over poll code violations by senior leaders
4 months, 1 week ago

EC writes to Kharge, Nadda over poll code violations by senior leaders

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: The Election Commission of India has written to the Congress and BJP chiefs Mallikarjun Kharge and JP Nadda respectively, following complaints of mode conduct violation registered by the two parties against each other. While the BJP had complained against Rahul Gandhi, the Congress had complained to the poll panel over some remarks made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi …

EC seeks responses from Nadda, Kharge over poll code violation complaints
4 months, 2 weeks ago

EC seeks responses from Nadda, Kharge over poll code violation complaints

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: The Election Commission of India has written to the Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and BJP president JP Nadda seeking their response on the MCC violation complaints registered by the two parties against each other during the Maharashtra and Jharkhand assembly poll campaigns. While the BJP had complained against Rahul Gandhi, the Congress had complained to the poll panel …

Silence of Election Commission on Narendra Modi’s Meditation Event in Kanyakumari During Silent Period Raises Neutrality Concerns
9 months, 4 weeks ago

Silence of Election Commission on Narendra Modi’s Meditation Event in Kanyakumari During Silent Period Raises Neutrality Concerns

The Hindu  

Published : May 31, 2024 13:03 IST - 7 MINS READ The Election Commission of India chose to maintain radio silence over protests by the opposition parties that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ‘meditation’ at the Vivekananda Memorial, Kanyakumari, between May 30 and June 1, close to the last phase of polling on June 1, would lead to a serious violation …

Former chief election commissioners call for EC reforms, model code overhaul
10 months ago

Former chief election commissioners call for EC reforms, model code overhaul

Hindustan Times  

Has the Election Commission become a pale shadow of its former self? Consider this, says one former CEC: In 2012, the then prime minister Manmohan Singh sought the Election Commission’s permission before visiting the Golden Temple at Amritsar during the Punjab assembly elections. Without taking names or referring to designations, it may not be a bad idea to include the …

TMC writes to EC over poll code violation, says 'MCC is now Modi Code of Conduct'
10 months, 2 weeks ago

TMC writes to EC over poll code violation, says 'MCC is now Modi Code of Conduct'

India TV News  

The Trinamool Congress on Tuesday submitted a letter to the Election Commission of India in Delhi, alleging violation of the Model Code of Conducts by the BJP leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi. After submitting the letter to the poll panel, the TMC's Rajya Sabha MPs Saket Gokhale and Sagarika Ghose expressed dismay over the "inaction" of the EC against …

EC takes notice of alleged MCC violations by PM Modi and Rahul Gandhi, seeks reply from BJP, Congress
11 months ago

EC takes notice of alleged MCC violations by PM Modi and Rahul Gandhi, seeks reply from BJP, Congress

India TV News  

The Election Commission of India on Thursday took notice of alleged Model Code of Conduct violations by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi. The MCC allegations against PM Modi and Rahul Gandhi are exchanged with BJP president JP Nadda and Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge as a first step. The Election Commission asked the BJP to respond to …

PM violated model code by taking out roadshow; EC \'afraid\', \'under pressure\': Cong
2 years, 3 months ago

PM violated model code by taking out roadshow; EC \'afraid\', \'under pressure\': Cong

Deccan Chronicle  

NEW DELHI: The Congress on Monday accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of violating the model code by taking out a roadshow before casting his vote in the second phase of polling in Gujarat and alleged that the Election Commission is "afraid" and is "under pressure" not to act against him. Every second or third day we have made some representations …

EC Probing Congress' Model Code Violation Charge Against BJP President Nadda
2 years, 9 months ago

EC Probing Congress' Model Code Violation Charge Against BJP President Nadda

News 18  

The Election Commission is investigating the allegation of the Congress that BJP president JP Nadda has violated the model code of conduct during his recent visit to Jharkhand where an assembly by-poll will be held later this month, an official said on Thursday. The Congress, which is part of the JMM-led ruling coalition in Jharkhand, on June 7 had lodged …

Haryana Congress delegation seeks EC action on alleged poll code violations by CM Manohar Lal Khattar, also raises instances in Maharashtra
5 years, 6 months ago

Haryana Congress delegation seeks EC action on alleged poll code violations by CM Manohar Lal Khattar, also raises instances in Maharashtra

Firstpost  

A delegation of Congress leaders from Haryana on Tuesday met the Election Commissioners and raised the issue of alleged violations of the Model Code of Conduct by Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar. New Delhi: A delegation of Congress leaders from Haryana on Tuesday met the Election Commissioners and raised the issue of alleged violations of the Model Code of Conduct …

CEC Sunil Arora reacts to reports of Ashok Lavasa’s recusal from EC meetings on MCC violations; calls controversy ‘unsavoury, avoidable’
5 years, 10 months ago

CEC Sunil Arora reacts to reports of Ashok Lavasa’s recusal from EC meetings on MCC violations; calls controversy ‘unsavoury, avoidable’

Firstpost  

Chief EC Sunil Arora on Saturday described as ‘unsavory’ and ‘avoidable’ reports that fellow commissioner Ashok Lavasa has decided to recuse himself from meetings related to model code violations till he is not allowed to record his dissent New Delhi: Chief Election Commissioner Sunil Arora on Saturday described as “unsavory” and “avoidable” reports that fellow commissioner Ashok Lavasa has decided …

EC's integrity at stake, says Chandrababu Naidu
5 years, 10 months ago

EC's integrity at stake, says Chandrababu Naidu

India TV News  

EC's integrity at stake, says Chandrababu Naidu Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has termed as 'disturbing' the Election Commission's action cutting short the election campaign in West Bengal by a day and has said that the poll panel's integrity is at stake. Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has termed as 'disturbing' the Election Commission's action cutting …

Congress slams EC decision on poll campaigning in Bengal
5 years, 10 months ago

Congress slams EC decision on poll campaigning in Bengal

India TV News  

After the Election Commission curtailed campaign timing for the remaining nine Lok Sabha seats in West Bengal by a day due to violence, Congress on Wednesday slammed the poll panel's decision, terming it an "unpardonable betrayal of the Constitution". EC's order on West Bengal negates the due process under Art 14 & 21 and abdicates its Constitutional duty under Art …

Unfortunate that Election Commission in the dock: SY Qureshi
5 years, 10 months ago

Unfortunate that Election Commission in the dock: SY Qureshi

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: As India goes for sixth and penultimate round of voting, the Election Commission of India faces severe criticism from political parties, and on social media for being biased. For instance, the ECI came under major criticism when it suspended Karnataka-cadre IAS officer Mr Mohammed Mohsin for searching Mr Modi’s helicopter in Sambalpur in Orissa as part of his …

ECI Gives Clean Chit To Modi & Shah; No Violation OF Model Code Of Conduct Found
5 years, 10 months ago

ECI Gives Clean Chit To Modi & Shah; No Violation OF Model Code Of Conduct Found

Live Law  

Before the expiry of the deadline set by the Supreme Court, the Election Commission of India has disposed of the complaints against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and BJP President Amit Shah alleging model code of conduct violations, giving clean chits to the duo.. Last week, the SC had directed the poll body to take decision on all pending complaints by …

EC treating Modi differently: Yechury
5 years, 10 months ago

EC treating Modi differently: Yechury

The Hindu  

CPI general secretary Sitaram Yechury, in a letter to Chief Election Commissioner Sunil Arora, has asked if the Election Commission was treating Prime Minister Narendra Modi differently from other candidates. “Across the country, there is a growing concern about the manner in which the Election Commission is dealing with complaints regarding gross violation of the Model Code of Conduct by …

Election Commission gives clean chit to Narendra Modi, says his Wardha speech does not violate poll code
5 years, 10 months ago

Election Commission gives clean chit to Narendra Modi, says his Wardha speech does not violate poll code

Op India  

The Election Commission has issued a notification saying that Prime Minister Narendra Modi didn’t violate the model code of conduct in his speech in Wardha in Maharashtra. PM Narendra Modi, while addressing a rally in Wardha on April 1, said Congress was scared to field its leaders from majority dominated constituencies. Following this, a delegation of Congress leaders including Ahmed …

Poll code violation: Supreme Court to hear plea against PM Modi, Amit Shah
5 years, 11 months ago

Poll code violation: Supreme Court to hear plea against PM Modi, Amit Shah

India TV News  

The Supreme Court on Monday agreed to hear a petition filed by Congress MP Sushmita Dev, seeking urgent and necessary directions to the Election Commission of India to take a decision on the complaints filed against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Bharatiya Janata Party president Amit Shah over alleged violation of electoral laws. Senior advocate Abhishek Manu Singhvi, appearing for …

After SC reprimand, EC punishes political bigwigs for MCC violation
5 years, 11 months ago

After SC reprimand, EC punishes political bigwigs for MCC violation

India TV News  

After SC reprimand, EC punishes political bigwigs for MCC violation Just as the Lok Sabha elections are underway, political leaders are making statements violating the Model Code of Conduct, against which the Election Commission went full throttle on Monday. Just as the Lok Sabha elections are underway, political leaders are making statements violating the Model Code of Conduct, against which …

Adityanath, Mayawati respond to EC notice on model code violation
5 years, 11 months ago

Adityanath, Mayawati respond to EC notice on model code violation

India TV News  

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and BSP supremo Mayawati Friday responded to the show cause notices issued by the Election Commission for prima facie violating the model code of conduct by invoking religious feelings. Mayawati was issued the notice over her speech in Deoband appealing to Muslims not to vote for a particular party, finding that the BSP chief …

PM ’address to nation’ on ’Mission Shakti’ didn’t violate model code: Election Commission
5 years, 11 months ago

PM ’address to nation’ on ’Mission Shakti’ didn’t violate model code: Election Commission

Live Mint  

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi's address to the nation on the successful test-firing of an anti-satellite missile did not violate provisions of the model code of conduct, the Election Commission said Friday night. The poll panel took the decision based on the report of a committee of officers which concluded that the prime minister's address did not violate the …

Election Commission says no violation of Model Code of Conduct in PM Modi’s Mission Shakti announcement
6 years ago

Election Commission says no violation of Model Code of Conduct in PM Modi’s Mission Shakti announcement

Op India  

The Election Commission of India has found no infringement of Model Code of Conduct in PM Modi’s announcement of a successful test of ASAT missile that placed India in the coveted list of countries possessing the anti-satellite capability. Responding to a complaint filed by Communist leader Sitaram Yechury, the election commission said that Modi’s speech did not attract the provisions …

EC absolves Narendra Modi of MCC violation regarding 'Mission Shakti' address; says PM didn't appeal for votes, mention BJP
6 years ago

EC absolves Narendra Modi of MCC violation regarding 'Mission Shakti' address; says PM didn't appeal for votes, mention BJP

Firstpost  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s speech on ‘Mission Shakti’ did not violate the Model Code of Conduct, the EC announced on Friday, even as the Opposition had accused the prime minister of violations and ‘publicity mongering’. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s speech on ‘Mission Shakti’ did not violate the Model Code of Conduct, the Election Commission announced on Friday, even as the …

Election Commission panel decision today if Narendra Modi's 'Mission Shakti' address violated Model Code of Conduct rules
6 years ago

Election Commission panel decision today if Narendra Modi's 'Mission Shakti' address violated Model Code of Conduct rules

Firstpost  

The Election Commission on Friday is likely to announce its decision regarding whether Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ‘Mission Shakti’ speech violated the Model Code of Conduct that has been enforced since the dates of the Lok Sabha election were announced earlier in March. The Election Commission is likely to announce its decision if Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ‘Mission Shakti’ speech …

PM Modi's road show after casting vote is a clear case of violation of model code of conduct: Congress
7 years, 3 months ago

PM Modi's road show after casting vote is a clear case of violation of model code of conduct: Congress

ABP News  

Within few minutes of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's roadshow after casting his vote in Ahmedabad, Congress party attacked the PM and said the act is violation of model code of conduct. Congress' Randeep S Surjewala in a hurriedly called press conference alleged that Election Commission of India is working under the pressure of PM Modi. "PM Modi's road show after …

Cong seeks action against Modi, Shah for violation of model code of conduct
7 years, 3 months ago

Cong seeks action against Modi, Shah for violation of model code of conduct

ABP News  

New Delhi: The Congress on Wednesday petitioned the Election Commission for action against Prime Minister Narendra Modi for addressing an event organised by an industry body on the eve of the final phase of the Gujarat polls where he attacked the main opposition party. A delegation of Congress leaders comprising Ashok Gehlot, Anand Sharma and Randeep Surjewala handed over a …

EC issues notice to Rahul for violating model code of conduct
7 years, 3 months ago

EC issues notice to Rahul for violating model code of conduct

ABP News  

New Delhi, December 13 : The Election Commission of India on Wednesday issued a notice to Congress President-elect, Rahul Gandhi for violating Section 126 of R P Act by giving an interview to a local Guajarati news channels in poll-bound Gujarat. The poll body has asked him to 'explain why action should not be taken against him for violating provisions …

Congress seeks action against PM Modi, Amit Shah for violation of model code
7 years, 3 months ago

Congress seeks action against PM Modi, Amit Shah for violation of model code

India TV News  

The Congress on Wednesday petitioned the Election Commission for action against Prime Minister Narendra Modi for addressing an event organised by an industry body on the eve of the final phase of the Gujarat polls where he attacked the main opposition party. A delegation of Congress leaders comprising Ashok Gehlot, Anand Sharma and Randeep Surjewala handed over a memorandum to …

Congress influenced EC in 2012 Gujarat polls to stop Modi: CM Vijay Rupani
7 years, 5 months ago

Congress influenced EC in 2012 Gujarat polls to stop Modi: CM Vijay Rupani

Deccan Chronicle  

Ahemdabad: Hitting back at the Congress, Chief Minister Vijay Rupani, on Monday, accused the opposition party of having influenced the Election Commission’s announcement of the Gujarat assembly poll dates in 2012. He also refuted the Congress’ charge that the poll panel delayed the announcement of Gujarat assembly election under the government’s “pressure”. “In 2012, the Election Commission ensured at the …

Congress claims PM Modi violated Model Code of Conduct, wants EC to take action
8 years ago

Congress claims PM Modi violated Model Code of Conduct, wants EC to take action

India TV News  

The Congress on Saturday urged Election Commission to book Prime Minister Narendra Modi for allegedly violating the model code. In a complaint to the EC, the Congress alleged that Modi took out the road show in Varanasi from BHU "without the necessary permission from the competent authority". "It is requested that action may be taken and FIR registered against all …

Election 2017: Will take stern action if Model Code of Conduct is violated, says EC
8 years, 2 months ago

Election 2017: Will take stern action if Model Code of Conduct is violated, says EC

Firstpost  

In a strong letter, citing a recent judgement of the Supreme Court, the Election Commission said peace and tranquility during the polls process is “absolutely essential New Delhi: The Election Commission on Tuesday warned political parties that it will not remain a “silent spectator” and will undertake stern steps if the model code of conduct or poll laws are violated …

Election Commission talks tough on model code violations ahead of state polls
8 years, 2 months ago

Election Commission talks tough on model code violations ahead of state polls

Live Mint  

New Delhi: The Election Commission has, ahead of polls to five assemblies, cracked the whip on violations of the model code of conduct, and separately asked Bharatiya Janata Party lawmaker Sakshi Maharaj to explain recent comments made in poll-bound Uttar Pradesh. The EC told all recognized national and state political parties in a letter on Tuesday that political parties and …

Three code violation complaints in TN within hours of poll dates announcement
9 years ago

Three code violation complaints in TN within hours of poll dates announcement

The Hindu  

Within hours of the Election Commission announcing the Assembly election schedule, complaints of alleged violations of model code of conduct have been received by it in poll-bound Tamil Nadu, a senior official said here. “Three complaints of violation of model code of conduct have come so far,” Tamil Nadu Chief Electoral Officer Rajesh Lakhoni said in his first press conference …

Rajnath violates Model Code of Conduct: NC complains to EC
10 years, 4 months ago

Rajnath violates Model Code of Conduct: NC complains to EC

India TV News  

Srinagar: Ruling National Conference today filed a complaint before the Election Commission against Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh for allegedly violating Model Code of Conduct. “NC has filed a complaint against Singh who violated the Model Code of Conduct by using the Srinagar International Airport premises to telephonically address a public gathering in Akad, Pahalgam. The NC spokesman said the …

Congress cries foul over Narendra Modi's radio talk, complains to EC
10 years, 5 months ago

Congress cries foul over Narendra Modi's radio talk, complains to EC

India TV News  

New Delhi: Congress on Monday approached Election Commission against Prime Minister Narendra Modi as it accused him of ‘misusing state machinery' and ‘abusing authority' over the broadcast of his 'Mann ki Baat' address on All India Radio ahead of Assembly polls later this month. In a letter to Chief Election Commissioner VS Sampath, AICC legal department secretary KC Mittal said …

Poll panel reprimands Yogi Adiyanath
10 years, 6 months ago

Poll panel reprimands Yogi Adiyanath

India TV News  

New Delhi: The Election Commission Thursday "reprimanded" BJP MP Yogi Adityanath for violating the Model Code of Conduct while campaigning for Uttar Pradesh assembly bypolls and asked him to be "careful" in the future. "The commission reprimands you for the said misconduct and cautions you to be careful in future in making public utterances during election speeches to avoid further …

Challenge to democracy
10 years, 10 months ago

Challenge to democracy

The Hindu  

WHEN NARENDRA MODI, the Bharatiya Janata Party’s prime ministerial candidate, accused the Election Commission of India of showing bias and submitting to “political influence” when it denied him permission to hold a rally in Varanasi on May 8, political observers could not miss the irony of the attack on an institution that has inspired democracies across the world for not …

Guj govt should act neutrally on Modi violating poll code: Cong to EC
10 years, 10 months ago

Guj govt should act neutrally on Modi violating poll code: Cong to EC

Firstpost  

Modi has “shred into pieces” the model code, Congress General Secretary Ajay Maken told reporters here. New Delhi: With an aim of ensuring that Narendra Modi is not let off, Congress today asked the Election Commission to direct Gujarat government to act neutrally on the alleged election model code of conduct violation by him. Modi, the BJP’s Prime Ministerial candidate, …

EC’s action against Modi toughest in this election
10 years, 10 months ago

EC’s action against Modi toughest in this election

The Hindu  

The Election Commission's decision to order an FIR against BJP’s prime ministerial nominee Narendra Modi on Wednesday is the poll panel’s toughest action yet since the 16th Lok Sabha elections commenced on March 5. Action against Mr. Modi was initiated by the commission for displaying his party’s symbol at a press interaction after he cast his vote for the Gandhinagar …

Gujarat poll panel gets 57 complaints for breach of code of conduct
11 years ago

Gujarat poll panel gets 57 complaints for breach of code of conduct

Firstpost  

Fifty-seven complaints about breach of Model Code of Conduct have been lodged with the election commission in Gujarat, of which 35 have been disposed of, Gujarat Chief Electoral Officer Anita Karwal said here today. Gandhinagar: Fifty-seven complaints about breach of Model Code of Conduct have been lodged with the election commission in Gujarat, of which 35 have been disposed of, …

Poll panel may face dilution of powers
12 years, 10 months ago

Poll panel may face dilution of powers

Live Mint  

New Delhi: A parliamentary panel has suggested according statutory status to the Election Commission’s model code of conduct by bringing it under the Representation of the People Act, but the move may dilute the power of the commission to suspend and cancel recognition of political parties. “The apprehension of political leaders is unfounded as we have never used the provisions …

EC Slaps Notice On Jaiswal For President Rule Comments
13 years, 1 month ago

EC Slaps Notice On Jaiswal For President Rule Comments

India TV News  

New Delhi, Feb 24: Holding prima facie that his comments on imposition of President's Rule in Uttar Pradesh a threat to voters and violation of Model Code of Conduct, the Election Commission today slapped a show cause notice on Union Minister Sriprakash Jaiswal asking why action should not be initiated against him. INC, or face imposition of President Rule in …

EC to issue notice to Jaiswal
13 years, 1 month ago

EC to issue notice to Jaiswal

The Hindu  

The Election Commission on Friday decided to issue show cause notice to Coal Minister Sriprakash Jaiswal for alleged poll code violation for his comments on imposition of President’s rule in Uttar Pradesh. The Commission in its meeting decided to issue the notice to Mr. Jaiswal asking why action should not be initiated against him for his controversial comments, a senior …

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