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BJP protests alleged code breach after Ashok Ghalot’s vote in Jodhpur
✍️ Amar Ujala · Jaipur
🗓 11 Sep 2026, 11:17 AM
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The BJP demanded action after polling party members allegedly touched Ashok Ghalot’s feet during his vote in Jodhpur, calling it a violation of the election code of conduct.
During the recent polling in Jodhpur, Rajasthan, Chief Minister Ashok Ghalot cast his vote amid a tightly watched election process. According to reports, members of the polling party inadvertently stepped on or brushed against the CM’s feet as he entered the booth.
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) lodged a formal complaint, stating that the incident contravenes the Model Code of Conduct that prohibits any physical contact with candidates or voters that could influence the exercise. Party officials called for an immediate inquiry and appropriate disciplinary action against those involved.
Election officials have been notified of the BJP’s grievance and are expected to examine whether the contact breached any statutory provisions. The Commission typically reviews such complaints to determine if the incident warrants penalties or corrective measures.
No other disruptions were reported at the Jodhpur polling station, and the voting proceeded without further incident. The BJP’s demand underscores the heightened sensitivity surrounding electoral conduct in high‑profile contests.
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) lodged a formal complaint, stating that the incident contravenes the Model Code of Conduct that prohibits any physical contact with candidates or voters that could influence the exercise. Party officials called for an immediate inquiry and appropriate disciplinary action against those involved.
Election officials have been notified of the BJP’s grievance and are expected to examine whether the contact breached any statutory provisions. The Commission typically reviews such complaints to determine if the incident warrants penalties or corrective measures.
No other disruptions were reported at the Jodhpur polling station, and the voting proceeded without further incident. The BJP’s demand underscores the heightened sensitivity surrounding electoral conduct in high‑profile contests.