Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's explosive allegations of "vote theft" have sent shockwaves through India's national politics.

In a scathing critique of the Election Commission of India (ECI), Gandhi accused authorities of manipulating votes through Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) during the Lok Sabha elections, labeling it a massive "criminal fraud" orchestrated by the BJP and its allies.Sun Fashion And Lifestyle Women's Chanderi Straight Printed Kurti

Congress insiders claim these revelations have left BJP leaders trembling in fear, especially after Gandhi's "Voter Rights Yatra" where he spotlighted the alleged rigging.

He specifically pointed to Karnataka's Lok Sabha polls, attributing Congress candidates' defeats to systematic vote tampering. BJP has fired back fiercely. Karnataka BJP President B.Y. Vijayendra dismissed the claims as "laughable," while JD(S) and BJP leaders branded Gandhi's statements baseless and absurd.Also Read: Increase in Aspirants for Chief Minister Post: No Confusion, Says H.C. Balakrishna..!

In a bold show of support, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah echoed Gandhi's call, declaring it's time for a "great war against vote theft." His cabinet has now resolved to use paper ballots for local body elections a direct challenge to EVMs that symbolically "lames the saffron leg" of BJP's dominance.

This move adds fresh momentum to Gandhi's anti-EVM campaign.BJP has retaliated by circulating old clips of Siddaramaiah praising EVMs, accusing him of hypocrisy.Also Read: Investment Fraud: Man Loses ₹32 Lakh After Trusting 'Stock Trader' Friend from Facebook!

Congress counters that this is an indirect admission of guilt. Gandhi, during an August protest in Bengaluru, vowed to submit irrefutable evidence to the ECI.

Political analysts suggest this escalating battle could force reforms in India's electoral system, potentially reshaping democracy.Also Read: Man Commits Suicide After Finding Error in His Voter ID