Opposition launches scathing attack on EC officials and Modi government over alleged dissent

The opposition has launched a coordinated attack on the Election Commission and the Modi government following reports of internal dissent at the poll panel. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi characterized the situation as an 'act of treason', while other opposition parties joined calls for accountability.

CPI(M) Rajya Sabha MP John Brittas wrote to President Droupadi Murmu seeking urgent constitutional intervention to protect the integrity of the Election Commission. The opposition's comments centre on EC official Gyanesh Kumar and alleged irregularities in the functioning of the poll panel.