The dust hasn’t settled on West Bengal’s assembly polls, yet opposition voices are rising in unison against the BJP’s landslide. SP MP Awadhesh Prasad labels it a ‘tainted win,’ warning of authoritarian drift in India.
Speaking exclusively, Prasad hammered the BJP for subverting democratic norms. Constitution under threat, EC biased—he laid out the charges bluntly. ‘Democracy’s strength lies in a free Election Commission,’ he asserted, criticizing its recent conduct.
Central security deployment and outsider poll officials were key grievances. These moves, per Prasad, manipulated results and shattered public trust.
Congress’s Akhilesh Prasad Singh expressed shock at the turn of events. On-ground buzz was pro-Mamata, making her Bhabanipur setback baffling. Still, democratic respect for voter choice is paramount, he added.
Spokesperson Surendra Rajput congratulated democracy’s victory but spotlighted BJP-EC collusion. Religion’s injection into Bengal and Assam campaigns marred neutrality, he charged.
Chhattisgarh Congress chief TS Singh De viewed Mamata’s loss philosophically. She’s battled tough seats before; wins and losses are politics’ norm. BJP’s massive haul defies expectations, pointing to underhanded tactics rather than voter shift.
This uproar underscores deepening rifts. With opposition pushing for probes, Bengal’s verdict tests India’s electoral bedrock. Political watchers await responses from BJP and EC amid mounting pressure.
