Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has criticized the Election Commission. He stated the EC's order to police regarding social media news is intolerance towards criticism.
Key takeaways
Quick scan — what you need to know:
- Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has criticized the Election Commission.
- He stated the EC's order to police regarding social media news is intolerance towards criticism.
- Vijayan called the BJP seal on an EC document unbelievable.
- The Chief Electoral Officer is investigating the matter.
Background
What led here, in plain terms:
- The Election Commission stated it was a clerical error and the official responsible was suspended.
- Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has criticized the Election Commission.
- He stated the EC's order to police regarding social media news is intolerance towards criticism.
- Vijayan called the BJP seal on an EC document unbelievable.
Why it matters
Why readers and decision-makers should care:
- He stated the EC's order to police regarding social media news is intolerance towards criticism.
- Vijayan called the BJP seal on an EC document unbelievable.
- The Chief Electoral Officer is investigating the matter.