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Shiv Sena Demands Chief Election Commissioner’s Resignation in Pune
✍️ Amar Ujala · Maharashtra
🗓 18 Oct 2026, 09:00 AM
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The Shiv Sena party lodged a demand in Pune for the resignation of the Chief Election Commissioner, citing concerns over the conduct of elections.
Pune, Maharashtra – The Shiv Sena party formally called for the resignation of the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) during a gathering in Pune. Party officials said the demand reflects growing apprehension about the impartiality of the electoral machinery.
The demand was presented as a written request to the Election Commission of India, urging the CEC to step down immediately. Shiv Sena leaders argued that the current commissioner has failed to address alleged irregularities in recent electoral processes.
While the party did not disclose any specific incidents, it emphasized that the call for resignation is intended to restore public confidence in free and fair elections. The move adds to the political discourse ahead of upcoming state and national polls.
Election officials have not yet responded publicly to the Shiv Sena’s demand. The situation is being closely watched by other political parties and civil society groups across the state.
The demand was presented as a written request to the Election Commission of India, urging the CEC to step down immediately. Shiv Sena leaders argued that the current commissioner has failed to address alleged irregularities in recent electoral processes.
While the party did not disclose any specific incidents, it emphasized that the call for resignation is intended to restore public confidence in free and fair elections. The move adds to the political discourse ahead of upcoming state and national polls.
Election officials have not yet responded publicly to the Shiv Sena’s demand. The situation is being closely watched by other political parties and civil society groups across the state.