The Times of India

'Deliberations sign of pure democracy': BJP reacts to EC 'SIR split' row, targets Congress

BJP MP Sambit Patra defended the Election Commission's internal discussions as a sign of democracy. He accused opposition parties, particularly Congress, of undermining constitutional institutions due to electoral defeats. Patra highlighted that criticism of the Election Commission indicates a broader campaign against democratic bodies. He emphasized that the opposition's attacks are inappropriate and calls into question their respect for established institutions.