APCC to stage protest in Vijayawada over alleged electoral roll irregularities

The Andhra Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) said it will hold a demonstration in Vijayawada today to highlight what it describes as irregularities in the electoral rolls. Party officials plan to gather at the city’s municipal grounds and march to the local election office, demanding a review of voter lists before the next state assembly polls.\nThe protest comes after the APCC lodged a formal complaint with the Election Commission, alleging that names have been omitted, duplicated or incorrectly recorded, potentially affecting the fairness of the upcoming elections. The party has urged the commission to conduct a fresh audit and ensure that all eligible voters are correctly listed.\nState election officials have not commented on the specifics of the complaint, but a senior police officer confirmed that security arrangements are in place to manage the demonstration peacefully. The Election Commission has said it will examine any credible evidence of discrepancies, while urging political parties to resolve grievances through institutional channels.