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Pratibha Singh Files Complaint with ECI Over 'Virbhadra' Name Usage
✍️ Himachal Scape
🗓 07 Oct 2026, 08:32 PM
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Himachal Pradesh politician Pratibha Singh has approached the Election Commission of India, alleging that several parties are using the name 'Virbhadra' in their campaigns, potentially misleading voters.
Pratibha Singh, a prominent political figure in Himachal Pradesh, has filed a formal complaint with the Election Commission of India (ECI) alleging that several political parties are misusing the name 'Virbhadra' in their electoral materials.
The complaint, submitted on 5 October 2024, claims that the name is being used to create confusion among voters and to falsely associate parties with a respected local figure or place.
Singh argues that such usage violates the guidelines set by the ECI for fair campaigning and could distort the democratic process.
The ECI has not yet issued a response to the complaint, and it remains to be seen whether the commission will investigate the matter or issue directives to the parties involved.
The complaint, submitted on 5 October 2024, claims that the name is being used to create confusion among voters and to falsely associate parties with a respected local figure or place.
Singh argues that such usage violates the guidelines set by the ECI for fair campaigning and could distort the democratic process.
The ECI has not yet issued a response to the complaint, and it remains to be seen whether the commission will investigate the matter or issue directives to the parties involved.