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'I warned you before too': Kejriwal takes swipe at Yogi over SIR, congratulates Akhilesh in advance
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What Happened?
Aam Aadmi Party leader Arvind Kejriwal criticized UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath regarding the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, congratulating Akhilesh Yadav in advance. Kejriwal alleged that the Election Commission was influenced by two individuals.
Key points
- Kejriwal accused the Election Commission of acting under the influence of two individuals.
- Yogi Adityanath claimed many Hindu voters were missing from the electoral rolls after the SIR exercise.
- Adityanath noted a 1.65% increase in the Muslim voter population post-revision.
- Akhilesh Yadav proposed linking Aadhaar cards to voting and introducing biometric identification.
- Yadav suggested using metal voter identity cards to prevent forgery.
Key insights
- Kejriwal's comments may influence public perception of the Election Commission's neutrality.
- Adityanath's claims could mobilize Hindu voters ahead of upcoming elections.
- Yadav's proposals for biometric voting may reshape future electoral processes.
Why it matters
This exchange highlights ongoing political tensions in Uttar Pradesh regarding electoral integrity.
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Arvind Kejriwal· PersonYogi Adityanath· PersonAkhilesh Yadav· PersonElection Commission· OrganizationUttar Pradesh· State
Source
Times of India
