Kharge’s remarks on Modi: Congress alleges EC issuing ‘casual’ notices, seeks time to reply
Indian Express·3h ago·Neutral
What Happened
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge challenged the Election Commission's show-cause notice issued Wednesday over alleged remarks calling PM Modi a 'terrorist'. Congress claimed EC acted casually, granting only 24 hours for reply despite election schedule demands. Party sought hearing and extended time, alleging EC non-application of mind and counter-alleging PM Modi violated Model Code of Conduct.
Key Entities
Mallikarjun KhargeCongressElection CommissionPM Narendra ModiBharatiya Janata PartyModel Code of ConductJairam RameshAmit Shah