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RJD's Manoj Jha accuses EC of backing out of scheduled meet; poll body responds

The Times of IndiaWednesday, July 9, 2025 at 7:29:26 AM
RJD's Manoj Jha accuses EC of backing out of scheduled meet; poll body responds
RJD MP Manoj Jha claims the Election Commission (EC) backed out of a planned meeting about updating Bihar's voter lists, but the EC pushed back, saying Jha didn’t have full authority to represent the party and that no formal request came from top RJD leaders. It’s a classic case of "he said, they said," with both sides sticking to their stories.
Editor’s Note: This spat highlights the tension between political parties and election regulators—especially in a state like Bihar, where voter list accuracy can sway tight races. If politicians and the EC aren’t on the same page, it could fuel doubts about fairness ahead of elections. Not a great look for anyone involved.
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