Vishal Dadlani flags BMC election ink that faded in hours
Singer Vishal Dadlani raised concerns after indelible ink from BMC elections faded quickly. Many voters reported similar issues, prompting SEC response.
Singer Vishal Dadlani raised concerns after indelible ink from BMC elections faded quickly. Many voters reported similar issues, prompting SEC response.
The State Election Commission orders an inquiry after allegations that indelible ink used in BMC elections could be wiped off with acetone, raising concerns about voting integrity.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi criticizes Election Commission for fading ink in Maharashtra polls, using Gen Z term 'gaslighting' to describe alleged manipulation of voters.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi accuses the Election Commission of gaslighting citizens after a video shows indelible ink being wiped off in Maharashtra civic polls.
Rahul Gandhi has accused the Election Commission of gaslighting citizens regarding the indelible ink issue in Maharashtra civic polls, sparking a political debate.
The Election Commission orders a switch back to traditional indelible ink for zilla parishad and panchayat samiti elections, ending the use of marker pens introduced in 2011.
Nagpur Municipal Corporation elections see voter complaints as marker-applied ink fades quickly, raising double-voting concerns. CM Fadnavis refers issue to Election Commission.
Counting of votes for Maharashtra's 29 municipal corporations, including BMC and PMC, starts at 10 AM today. The election saw lower turnout, violence allegations, and an ink controversy.
Pune Municipal Corporation election results for 2026 are out. Learn how to check ward-wise results online, see voting turnout details, and get the latest on key contests and bogus voting reports.
Election officials in Nashik's polling booths mistakenly applied indelible ink on voters' right hands instead of the left, causing confusion and frustration among residents during the voting process.
Rupali Chakankar files complaint with Election Commission after alleged bogus voting attempt in Pune. Police report peaceful voting in Pimpri Chinchwad.
Mumbai's BMC elections saw citizens complain about easily removable voter ink, missing names, and absent VVPAT slips. Celebrities like Aamir Khan and Sachin Tendulkar voted, but low turnout highlighted frustrations.
Opposition parties in Mumbai slam State Election Commission over marker pens, missing voter names, and mismanagement during BMC polls. Leaders demand action against officials.
State Election Commissioner Dinesh Waghmare addresses allegations of sub-standard ink in BMC polls, explains probe, and confirms ink's reliability.
Elderly voters in Pune encountered significant challenges during the municipal elections, including delays in wheelchair access and confusing voting procedures.
The Maharashtra State Election Commission has launched an investigation into allegations that ink used in BMC elections was not indelible. Marker pens will be discontinued for Zilla Parishad polls.
Opposition parties in Maharashtra allege that indelible ink used in municipal elections is easily removable, raising concerns about potential voting fraud and electoral malpractice.
Maharashtra's BMC elections recorded around 50% polling in Mumbai and 28 other corporations. The vote faced delays and an ink removal controversy, with Bollywood celebrities actively participating.
The Supreme Court criticizes West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee for interfering in I-PAC raids, warning of 'lawlessness.' Meanwhile, indelible ink issues disrupt Maharashtra civic polls.
Maharashtra State Election Commission opens a nail polish agency for civic polls, sparking controversy. Uddhav Thackeray criticizes the indelible ink issue, accusing the poll body of mismanagement.
Uddhav Thackeray criticizes the State Election Commission for the indelible ink issue in BMC polls, questioning if a nail polish agency opened the ink. The row raises concerns over election integrity in Maharashtra.
Maharashtra State Election Commissioner Dinesh Waghmare defends the use of marker pen indelible ink, stating it has been in use since 2011. Opposition parties allege ink can be wiped off with sanitiser.
Videos showing indelible ink being wiped off voters' fingers in Maharashtra civic polls go viral, prompting the State Election Commission to launch an investigation into potential electoral malpractice.
Maharashtra Election Commission states that re-voting is not allowed even if indelible ink is removed, sparking opposition uproar over electoral integrity concerns.
Maharashtra's municipal elections face criticism over ink smearing, delayed affidavits, and last-minute campaigning, raising transparency concerns with the State Election Commission.
The Maharashtra State Election Commission clarified that removing indelible ink from voters' fingers constitutes electoral malpractice. This follows allegations by Uddhav Thackeray about ink being easily removable.
BMC debunks claims of indelible ink tampering during Maharashtra civic polls. Raj Thackeray alleges BJP government involvement, while Devendra Fadnavis dismisses it as rumours.
Videos show voters removing 'indelible ink' with acetone during BMC elections, sparking allegations of malpractice. The civic body denies claims, raising transparency concerns.
Shiv Sena leaders Raj and Uddhav Thackeray raise concerns after voters report marker pens used instead of indelible ink in Maharashtra civic polls, sparking doubts over electoral integrity.
Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation elections face controversy as videos show voters removing indelible ink with acetone. Mumbai Congress leader Varsha Gaikwad demonstrates the issue, while BMC dismisses claims as incorrect.