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Chhattisgarh CM Sai tells Rahul Gandhi to quit as MP if he distrusts poll process
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🗓 28 Sep 2026, 05:01 PM
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Chief Minister Sai of Chhattisgarh responded to Rahul Gandhi’s allegation of vote‑theft, urging the Congress leader to resign as MP if he does not trust the election process.
Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Sai reacted sharply after Rahul Gandhi alleged that votes were being stolen in the state. Gandhi’s remarks, made during a political rally, accused the electoral process of being compromised and called for a probe into alleged irregularities.
In response, Sai warned the Congress leader that if he does not have confidence in the voting system, he should step down from his parliamentary seat. The chief minister’s statement emphasized the need for respect for democratic institutions and suggested that doubts about the process should be addressed through proper channels rather than public accusations.
Political analysts noted that the exchange underscores the heightened tension ahead of upcoming elections, with both parties seeking to mobilise their bases. No formal complaint or legal action has been filed yet, and election officials have reiterated that the poll schedule and procedures remain unchanged.
In response, Sai warned the Congress leader that if he does not have confidence in the voting system, he should step down from his parliamentary seat. The chief minister’s statement emphasized the need for respect for democratic institutions and suggested that doubts about the process should be addressed through proper channels rather than public accusations.
Political analysts noted that the exchange underscores the heightened tension ahead of upcoming elections, with both parties seeking to mobilise their bases. No formal complaint or legal action has been filed yet, and election officials have reiterated that the poll schedule and procedures remain unchanged.