Dissent row: Election Commission says highlighting certain internal notes gives only one side of the picture

The Election Commission rejected claims that leaked internal notes paint a full picture of dissent, insisting selective disclosure distorts broader discussions. Opposition parties demanded Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation, accusing the EC of suppressing dissent and undermining democratic norms. The row stems from alleged disagreements over election processes, with the EC warning against partial document leaks while insisting on transparency. Public trust in the body’s impartiality now hangs in balance.

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