Haryana: Deepender Hooda Questions EVM, Says Congress Leads in Ballot Papers but Lags in EVM Results

After the Haryana Assembly election results, Congress leader Deepender Hooda addressed the media for the first time at a Dussehra event in Jhajjar. He stated that the results were surprising and Congress is deeply analyzing them for further insights.

By Palak Pathak Oct 12, 2024, 19:05 IST

Deepender Hooda Raises Concerns Over EVMs in Haryana Elections

Congress leader Deepender Hooda expressed concerns about the functioning of EVMs in 20 assembly constituencies during the recent Haryana elections. He mentioned that Congress has officially submitted complaints to the Election Commission and is awaiting a response. Hooda pointed out that Congress was leading in 76 constituencies during the ballot paper counting but fell behind once the EVM counting started, which he believes justifies the party's doubts about EVM reliability.

Congress' Strong Performance Despite BJP's Tactics

Despite what Hooda called BJP's "trickery," Congress performed strongly, matching BJP's vote percentage in Haryana. He emphasized that Congress will continue to fulfill its democratic role with full responsibility and will always stand up for the people of Haryana. Hooda also reaffirmed Congress' commitment to raising the voice of the people and acting as a responsible opposition.

Election Commission Complaint and Commitment to People's Voice

Deepender Hooda reiterated that Congress has lodged complaints with the Election Commission regarding EVM discrepancies and is optimistic about receiving a fair response. He assured that the party will continue working tirelessly to represent the people of Haryana and amplify their concerns, regardless of the election outcome. Congress remains dedicated to ensuring the democratic process is transparent and accountable.