Election Commission Denies Cancelling Meeting with RJD Over Bihar Voter Rolls

Confusion surrounds a planned meeting between the Election Commission (EC) and the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) concerning the revision of Bihar’s electoral rolls. RJD MP Manoj Jha has publicly accused the EC of backing out of the scheduled meeting, a claim the EC strongly denies.

EC Clarifies Position on Meeting with RJD

The Election Commission has issued a statement clarifying its position, stating that Mr. Jha’s authorization to represent the RJD in the matter was limited. The EC further explained that they did not receive any communication from key RJD leaders regarding the meeting.

Was the Meeting Cancelled or Not?

The differing narratives highlight the tension between the RJD and the EC regarding the crucial electoral roll revision process in Bihar. The EC maintains that they are committed to ensuring a fair and accurate electoral process, while the RJD expresses concerns about potential irregularities. The situation remains unclear, pending further communication between both parties.