Akhilesh Yadav: “Election Commission is sitting with eyes closed”
Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav criticized the Election Commission, accusing it of ignoring irregularities ahead of the Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections. He made the comments while visiting imprisoned party member Azam Khan.
Why it matters
Public criticism of electoral oversight bodies highlights ongoing tensions regarding the integrity of the democratic process in India.
Akhilesh Yadav: “Election Commission is sitting with eyes closed” left - https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/ypq89e/article71616317.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/PTI10_22_2026_000325B.jpg - Rampur: Samajwadi Party National President Akhilesh Yadav on his way to meet Azam Khan ahead of the Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections, in the Rampur district jail, Uttar Pradesh, Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026.
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