'BJP winning states it couldn't at peak of Modi wave': Abhijeet Dipke
Abhijeet Dipke alleges BJP is winning states through manipulation under CEC Gyanesh Kumar and demands his resignation.
In a scathing attack on the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) activist Abhijeet Dipke has alleged that the party is securing electoral victories in states where it previously failed to win, even during the height of the "Modi wave." Dipke attributed these unexpected outcomes to alleged institutional manipulation under the leadership of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar.
Allegations of Predetermined Outcomes
Speaking to reporters on Sunday in Pune, Dipke claimed that the current electoral landscape is being heavily influenced by the administrative machinery. He suggested that the true strength of the BJP would only be revealed once the current leadership changes and the SIR process is frozen.
"The BJP is winning in states where it couldn't even secure a victory during the peak of the 'Modi wave'—and this is happening because of Gyanesh Kumar," Dipke stated. He further argued that the integrity of the democratic process has been compromised, making voter participation feel futile.
Dipke went on to demand the immediate resignation of the CEC, asserting that:
- Election outcomes in the country have become "predetermined."
- Participation in polls is meaningless under the current administration.
- Free and fair elections cannot be guaranteed until Gyanesh Kumar steps down.
Solidarity with Protesting Students
Dipke’s remarks were made during a visit to Pune, where he sought to show solidarity with students protesting against the Maharashtra government. The students are demonstrating against alleged irregularities in the Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) examinations and significant recruitment backlogs.
Linking the issues of electoral integrity with administrative failures, Dipke claimed that public trust has collapsed regarding both competitive exams and the voting process. He voiced strong support for the students, noting that their futures are being jeopardized by continuous paper leaks.
"The government is not serious about these leaks. CJP supports their demands, and till the MPSC chairman resigns, this protest will continue," he added, calling for the resignation of the MPSC Chairman.
Context of the Election Commission Controversy
The activist's claims arrive amidst growing scrutiny of the Election Commission. Recent reports highlighted that Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi had formally raised objections on at least 14 occasions over a 10-month period. These objections reportedly concerned matters such as electoral rolls, voter registration, and the Commission’s technological systems.
However, the Election Commission has dismissed any notion of institutional dissent. The poll panel clarified that:
- The objections raised were part of standard administrative processes during the draft stages.
- The queries and suggestions were operational in nature.
- Decisions regarding the schedule of the SIR exercise were reached unanimously.