The Economic Times

Piyush Goyal questions Congresss criticism of Election Commission amid SIR row

Piyush Goyal defended the Election Commission of India during a BJP press conference regarding Congress allegations. He emphasized the autonomy provided to the Commission by the Modi government and contrasted it with Congresss history. Goyal raised concerns about former election officials subsequent political roles in Congress. He highlighted recent changes in the appointment process for the Chief Election Commissioner under the current government.