Chirag Paswan Asks CEC To Clarify EC Concerns

Hindustan Times · politics

Union minister Chirag Paswan has urged Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar to address public concerns regarding the Election Commission. Paswan stated that it is the Election Commission's responsibility to defend itself against allegations, not political parties. He expressed worry that repeated questions raised against the EC could erode public trust in the electoral process. Paswan emphasized that maintaining citizen confidence is crucial for India's democracy, especially given the EC's vital role. He believes the CEC must proactively clarify these issues to prevent any doubt.