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By GT24x7 Reporter · 27 September 2026 · GlobalToday24x7

NEW DELHI — Raising serious questions over the opposition's political strategy, Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma asserted that the Indian National Congress should undertake an honest introspective review of its recurring electoral defeats rather than undermining the credibility of democratic institutions. Addressing a press conference at the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) state headquarters in Jaipur, Chief Minister Sharma accused the opposition leadership of spreading sensationalism and baseless narratives targeting constitutional bodies, including the Election Commission of India (ECI).

The Chief Minister’s remarks come amidst ongoing political friction surrounding the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) drive and administrative directives within the election body. Sharma emphasized that public trust in democratic systems requires responsible political discourse grounded in verified facts rather than media speculation or unverified reports.

Questions Raised Over Evidence Behind Allegations Against Poll Body

During the interaction with journalists, Chief Minister Sharma directly challenged Congress leaders to present tangible evidence supporting their claims regarding internal disagreements within the Election Commission. Referring to recent clarifications issued by the poll panel on September 26, he highlighted that all key policy decisions—including the core SIR order dated June 24, 2025—were passed unanimously by the Chief Election Commissioner and both Election Commissioners.

"Political parties must verify facts before levelling serious allegations against constitutional authorities," Sharma stated. He noted that opposition claims regarding letters sent to the Cabinet Secretary were misconstrued, as the poll panel clarified these communications pertained strictly to administrative matters concerning an officer on deputation rather than policy or technical divisions. Furthermore, he cited the Supreme Court’s ruling on May 27, 2026, which legally upheld the validity of the SIR framework, asserting that judicial validation leaves no room for political mudslinging.

Strategic Reflection Urged Over Institutional Criticism

Expanding on the political implications, Chief Minister Sharma observed that the opposition’s repeated attacks on democratic institutions stem from an inability to accept electoral verdicts handed down by the electorate. He noted that instead of connecting with voters on ground-level issues, opposition leaders frequently resort to raising doubts over election machinery and democratic processes both domestically and on international forums.

The press conference, attended alongside BJP State President Madan Rathore and senior organizational leaders, concluded with Sharma advising opposition parties to shift from sensational political narratives toward constructive public service.

Congress Counters with Calls for Democratic Accountability

Responding to the Chief Minister's statements, Congress party representatives maintained that questioning administrative processes and seeking transparency within regulatory authorities remains a fundamental right of the political opposition. Party leaders argued that holding institutions accountable and ensuring complete integrity in voter roll updating procedures is essential for preserving public faith in the electoral framework.