Election Commission Reports Record ₹9,000 Crore Seizures Ahead of Phase 5
Arvind Kejriwal Challenges BJP with Bold Move Ahead of Elections
Modi vs. Gandhi: Leaders Clash Over Corruption and Wealth Distribution in 2024 Campaign
19.05.2024: The political fervor in Uttar Pradesh reached a boiling point as Rahul Gandhi and Akhilesh Yadav abruptly exited a rally in Phulpur, Prayagraj. The two prominent leaders left without delivering their speeches after enthusiastic supporters broke through barricades in a stampede-like situation, attempting to reach the stage.
Campaigning Heats Up as Election Reaches Final Phases
With the election season nearing its conclusion, the campaigning for the fifth phase of the Lok Sabha elections wrapped up on May 18. This crucial phase will see voters from 49 constituencies, including the significant seats of Amethi and Rae Bareli, heading to the polls on May 20.
Record-Breaking Seizures by Election Commission
The Election Commission (EC) announced a historic milestone with seizures nearing ₹9,000 crore, the highest ever recorded in any election. As of May 18, agencies have confiscated goods worth ₹8,889 crore. Notably, drugs account for a significant 45% of these seizures, amounting to ₹3,958 crore.
Arvind Kejriwal Challenges BJP Amid Election Tensions
In a bold move, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal declared on May 18 that he, along with other Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leaders, would visit the BJP headquarters on May 19. This announcement was made to provoke a response from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, urging him to take action if he wishes to imprison AAP members.
Political Leaders Exchange Blows
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has accused the INDIA bloc parties of looting the people of Delhi. He criticized the politicians who once campaigned against corruption, pointing out their current involvement in scams and legal troubles. On the other hand, Rahul Gandhi countered by stating that the common man has seen no benefits under Modi’s leadership, claiming that only a select few wealthy industrialists have prospered.
As the nation braces for the fifth phase of the Lok Sabha elections, political drama continues to unfold. Stay tuned for more updates as candidates make their final push for votes in this critical phase of India’s general elections.