Chirag Paswan Calls for Greater EC Transparency, Stresses Public Trust in Polls

Chirag Paswan, a Member of Parliament, reiterated that public confidence in opinion polls is essential for a healthy democratic process. He appealed to the Election Commission (EC) to adopt greater transparency measures in the conduct and reporting of surveys. Paswan expressed his support for the SIR framework, describing it as a step toward safeguarding the credibility of poll data. He warned that any perceived opacity could erode voter trust and affect electoral outcomes. The statement underscores growing calls from political leaders for clearer guidelines and oversight of polling agencies in India.