The Congress party has released a video featuring a Bhojpuri song as part of its campaign in the Bihar elections, accusing the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Election Commission of India (ECI) of vote theft. The video, which includes the lyrics “Votva Chor Lagela,” directly translates to “The vote thief seems,” and alleges corruption in the voting process. The video also references alleged irregularities, including the presence of duplicate names in voter lists and the exclusion of certain voters.
The video comes in the wake of allegations made by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, who has been vocal in accusing the BJP of electoral malpractices. The song’s lyrics criticize the BJP and the ECI, accusing them of undermining the democratic process. The video also highlights specific instances of alleged irregularities, such as multiple entries for the same individuals in voter lists and the removal of names from the electoral rolls.
The Congress party asserts that it is using this video to amplify its concerns regarding the integrity of the electoral process and to mobilize public support against perceived injustices. The party has also launched a ‘Voter Rights Yatra’ led by Rahul Gandhi, which aims to cover several districts in Bihar to raise awareness about the issue of vote theft and to encourage voters to actively participate in the election.
This campaign strategy reflects the Congress’s efforts to connect with voters on a local level, utilizing a regional language and cultural references to convey its message effectively. The party’s use of a Bhojpuri song is an attempt to resonate with the local population and to create a sense of solidarity against what it portrays as electoral fraud.