Mumbai: A controversy is brewing in Maharashtra the day before polling. Allegations of ‘cash-for-votes’ have surfaced, with BJP leader Vinod Tawde at the center of it. Opposition parties have pounced on this, accusing the BJP of undermining democracy. Taking action on the complaint of BVA worlers Election Commission has filed an FIR against Vinod Tawde and BJP candidate Rajan Naik.
Videos allegedly showing cash being distributed to voters have gone viral, sparking outrage across the political spectrum. The opposition claims that these actions violate the model code of conduct and are an attempt to buy electoral success.
BJP leader Vinod Tawde, reportedly implicated in these allegations, has firmly denied any involvement, calling the accusations baseless. The BJP has labeled the controversy a political stunt by opposition parties to distract from their governance failures. They’ve demanded proof to substantiate the allegations, stressing their commitment to clean elections.
Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut and Congress representatives have criticized the BJP, calling it a blatant misuse of power. Raut went a step further, questioning the Election Commission’s silence and urging strict action. Adding fuel to the fire, reports indicate that a Virar hotel was a key location where alleged bribery meetings took place. Authorities have begun investigations, seizing records and questioning staff.
The opposition has demanded the Election Commission take swift action. As the cash-for-votes controversy unfolds, it raises important questions about the sanctity of our democratic process.