New Delhi: A viral video circulating online purportedly shows an individual casting votes multiple times in favor of Kripanath Mallah, the BJP candidate contesting from the Karimganj PC constituency in Assam. The video reveals the ballot unit number as 0028661.The emergence of this footage has stirred anxiety among citizens, prompting demands for an explanation from the relevant authorities. It is imperative that the responsible officer provides clarification and obtains statements from polling agents representing other parties at the respective polling station. This transparency is essential to restore public confidence in the democratic process, which is a fundamental duty of the Election Commission.The video was shared on the social media platform X. The user who posted the video wrote, In this viral video, a person is reportedly seen casting votes 5 times for Kripanath Mallah, the BJP candidate from Karimganj PC of Assam. Ballot unit - 0028661 This is creating panic among the citizens, the responsible officer should give an explanation and bring statements from the polling agents of the other party of that polling station whether it was a polling rehearsal or something else, so that peoples faith in democracy is restored. This is your duty. The guy is wearing a polling agent ID card of an Independent candidate Abdul Hameed, but the candidate says he doesnt even know him. This video is viral on various social media platforms.🚨 Election Commission @ECISVEEP should clarify whats happening.In this viral video, a person is reportedly seen casting votes 5 times for Kripanath Mallah, the BJP candidate from Karimganj PC of Assam.Ballot unit - 0028661This is creating panic among the citizens, the… pic.twitter.com/9PUuTWj5Je— Abhishek (@AbhishekSay) April 28, 2024The individual depicted in the video is seen wearing an ID card identifying him as a polling agent for an Independent candidate named Abdul Hameed. However, Hameed has disclaimed any association with the individual in question, emphasizing that he does not recognize him. The video has gained traction across various social media platforms, amplifying concerns over the integrity of the electoral process.
