BJP concludes 'Save Democracy' campaign in Haryana, rejects voter list allegations

The Bharatiya Janata Party celebrated the final day of its nationwide 'Save Democracy, Remove Anarchy' campaign in Haryana. On this occasion, the senior leadership of the BJP strongly countered all allegations made by the opposition regarding the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the voter lists. According to a report by India Today, detailed information regarding the voters removed from the lists was presented during the rally.

The party clarified that 2.8 crore deceased persons, 6.25 crore citizens who migrated to other states, and 1 crore individuals registered at more than one location were removed from the voter lists. Additionally, unverified entries were also purged from the lists. The BJP raised questions about irregularities observed in the draft electoral rolls, including unnatural household numbers. The party emphasised that the revision of voter lists is the constitutional responsibility of the Election Commission.

During this, the BJP sharply criticised the Congress party. Party leaders stated that instead of participating in institutional discussions, the Congress frequently disrupts parliamentary proceedings. Highlighting the track record of the Central Government's tenure, the BJP provided details of welfare schemes, including initiatives such as free ration distribution, health insurance coverage, and tap water connections. Specifically mentioning that Minimum Support Price (MSP) coverage was provided for 24 crops in Haryana, the party challenged opposition claims regarding the distribution of welfare schemes and institutional neutrality.

On the other hand, in Karnataka, the BJP held a symbolic protest against the recent hike in bus fares and the prices of dairy products. BJP leaders gathered at a bus stand and distributed roses to passengers to express their protest against the government's decisions. BJP leaders alleged that the state government is facing a financial crisis and is therefore imposing heavy price hikes on ordinary citizens.

Addressing the media, the leaders rejected claims attributing the hike to central fuel prices. They argued that the state government collects significant tax on diesel and possesses the power to withdraw local cesses, which could have provided relief to the public.

Meanwhile, a three-storey building collapsed in the Gali Satara area of Chori Bazaar in Old Delhi. Two people have died in this accident, one person has been injured, and approximately 6 to 7 people are feared to be trapped under the debris. This incident occurred in one of the city's oldest and most congested commercial and residential markets during the pre-Diwali festive season.

Rescue workers from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and Delhi Police faced severe difficulties in the operation, as it was impossible to bring in heavy machinery due to the narrow lane being only four feet wide. Rescue workers had to remove debris by hand, which significantly slowed down the operation. Rescuers removed nearly 10 feet of debris manually. Delhi Police sources confirmed that NDRF and Delhi Fire Service teams are operational at the site. According to local residents, this building was being constructed illegally without regulatory oversight. The District Magistrate reached the spot, and a green corridor was created for ambulances and medical staff.