Rahul Gandhi Alleges ‘Vote Theft’ in 2024 Lok Sabha Polls, Promises Explosive Proof:

Wayanad, Kerala | September 20, 2025 — Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha and senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has levelled serious allegations of “vote theft” against Prime Minister Narendra Modi, claiming that the BJP manipulated the results of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Speaking to reporters in his constituency Wayanad, Gandhi said that his party is in possession of “open-and-shut proof” that will soon be made public. He referred to the evidence as a “hydrogen bomb” that, once revealed, would “shatter the reality” of the political situation in the country. “We are not making baseless claims. We have black-and-white, 100% proof of multiple incidents related to vote theft. You have seen my first and second press conferences — these are just the beginning,” Gandhi told reporters. Hints at Bigger Revelation Linked to PM Modi’s Seat While Rahul Gandhi refrained from directly naming any constituency, he was asked if the allegations involved Prime Minister Modi’s constituency of Varanasi. In response, he said, “That is for the media to guess and speculate. I will do my job and I will deliver.” The Congress leader emphasized that more information will be shared in the coming days, claiming the truth will be “undeniable” once the full evidence is released. CID Probe Underway in Karnataka Gandhi also cited an ongoing Criminal Investigation Department (CID) probe in Karnataka, related to alleged vote manipulation in the Aland Assembly constituency. He said that investigators had requested technical data, including phone numbers and OTP records, believed to be linked to voter fraud. However, Gandhi alleged that Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar has not cooperated with the probe. “The CID has asked the Election Commission for information regarding phone numbers used in the vote theft. But the CEC is refusing to provide it. This is a direct obstruction of justice. There can be no bigger indictment of the Election Commission than this,” Gandhi said. Election Commission, BJP Respond In response to Gandhi’s claims, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has rejected the allegations as “baseless and politically motivated”. Officials have stated that the Commission operates with transparency and integrity, and they urged political leaders not to undermine public trust without credible proof. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) also hit back at Gandhi, accusing him of making sensationalist statements without presenting any solid evidence. A BJP spokesperson called the “hydrogen bomb” remark a “desperate gimmick”, adding, “If Mr. Gandhi truly has 100% proof, why hasn’t he approached the courts or filed a formal complaint with the Election Commission?” Opposition Divided, Public Reaction Mixed Gandhi’s remarks have sparked sharp debate across political lines. While some opposition parties have extended cautious support, others have demanded that Gandhi present his evidence in a court of law rather than in press conferences. Political analysts warn that without verifiable proof, such allegations risk damaging the credibility of the electoral process and could backfire on the Congress party. What’s Next? Rahul Gandhi has promised that more “explosive” revelations will be made in the coming days. The key developments to watch for include: Whether the Congress submits a formal complaint to the Election Commission The response from the Karnataka CID and potential court involvement Possible fallout if the alleged evidence implicates top officials or institutions As the political temperature rises, the country now waits to see whether this alleged “hydrogen bomb” will deliver a major blow to the ruling party—or prove to be political theatre.

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