Opposition claims President receptive to concerns over electoral commission irregularities

A group of opposition members of parliament submitted a memorandum to President Droupadi Murmu on Friday, raising concerns over irregularities in the selection process for electoral officials. The delegation outlined what they described as procedural deviations in recent appointments to key constitutional positions. Following the meeting, opposition leaders indicated they were encouraged by the President's engagement with their concerns. The memorandum detailed specific instances where established protocols were allegedly not adhered to during the selection process. The opposition has maintained that transparency and adherence to proper procedure are essential for maintaining the integrity of India's electoral institutions. The meeting marks a formal escalation of the opposition's efforts to address what it views as governance issues affecting constitutional bodies responsible for overseeing elections.