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Nadda Labels INDIA Bloc Rally Against Election Commission as 'Foolish Drama'
✍️ The Hindu
🗓 02 Nov 2026, 06:48 AM
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Union Minister Nitin Nadda dismissed the INDIA coalition’s protest against the Election Commission of India as a staged, foolish drama, urging parties to respect the institution’s authority.
On a recent day, the INDIA coalition organized a rally to protest against the Election Commission of India, demanding reforms in the electoral process. Union Minister Nitin Nadda, addressing the media, described the protest as a "foolish and designed drama," criticizing the opposition for undermining the Commission’s authority. He stressed that the Election Commission is an independent constitutional body and that any opposition activity should be constructive rather than theatrical. The remarks come amid escalating tensions between the ruling party and opposition groups ahead of the forthcoming elections. The Election Commission has not yet issued a response to Nadda’s comments.