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Political clash over Election Commission intensifies amidst calls for CEC Gyanesh Kumar's resignation

The Congress criticized the election process, while BJP leaders accused opposition parties of spreading misconceptions and undermining democratic institutions.

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Political clash over Election Commission intensifies amidst calls for CEC Gyanesh Kumar's resignation The Congress criticized the election process, while BJP leaders accused opposition parties of spreading misconceptions and undermining democratic institutions. Published on: Sep 28, 2026, 07:31:08 IST By HT Correspondent Prefer HTon Google Share via Copy link

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