Jaipur’s political circles buzzed as senior Congress figure Sachin Pilot took a firm stand against what he called ‘unjust deletions’ from voter lists. Addressing booth-level agents in Tonk amid the voter roll’s special scrutiny drive, the former deputy CM insisted that stripping qualified citizens of their voting rights violates core democratic principles.
The Election Commission, Pilot argued, bears the sacred responsibility of protecting franchise for all. He demanded ironclad guarantees that no legitimate voter faces disenfranchisement.
Drawing attention to nationwide complaints, Pilot voiced concerns about BLOs being coerced into manipulating lists for partisan gains. ‘This is no minor glitch; it’s a profound threat to our democracy that requires utmost accountability,’ he warned.
He recalled Rahul Gandhi’s documented exposes on poll irregularities, particularly in Bihar, which exposed cracks in the EC’s credibility. Pilot called on activists and the public to act as watchdogs, ensuring electoral purity amid these challenges.
In Tonk, he lauded local BLOs’ steadfast commitment, highlighting their vigilance as key to transparent polls. Work continues, he noted, until lists are finalized—party members must help voters fix paperwork to avoid wrongful exclusions.
Pilot’s remarks signal Congress’s renewed push for voter rights ahead of crucial elections, positioning the party as democracy’s defender.