124 Former IAS & IFS Officers Back Election Commission Amid Vote Rigging Allegations

A collective of 124 former IAS and IFS officers has issued a statement defending the Election Commission of India and the State Election Commission in the wake of recent vote rigging allegations. The officers, many of whom served in senior administrative roles, emphasized that no credible evidence has been presented to substantiate claims of manipulation in the electoral process. They reiterated the commission’s track record of maintaining free and fair elections across the country. The statement also urged the public to rely on official findings rather than unverified reports. The Election Commission remains confident in its procedures and has pledged to investigate any credible complaints.