Congress Faces Setback as Election Commission Rejects Vote Count Complaint

The Congress party's complaint regarding vote counting in the recent Indian state elections was dismissed by the Election Commission. The Commission labeled the doubts about the electronic voting process as 'frivolous,' warning of potential unrest. Despite expectations, the Congress lost to the Bharatiya Janata Party.

The Election Commission of India has dismissed a complaint from the Congress party challenging the vote counting process in recent state elections. The complaint, which suggested issues with electronic voting machines, was deemed 'frivolous' by the panel, cautioning that such objections could incite unrest.

The Congress, historically India's ruling party, saw its hopes dashed as the Bharatiya Janata Party secured a majority in Haryana elections, contrary to widespread projections. The Congress remains the primary opposition to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's party.

Following the unexpected election results, Congress announced its refusal to accept the outcome and lodged a formal complaint with the election authority. Indian law permits candidates to contest vote counts and escalate unresolved grievances to the judiciary.

(With inputs from agencies.)