EC censures Andhra CM Jagan Mohan Reddy, TDP chief Chandrababu Naidu for flouting poll code

Kumar issued a similar order to Telugu Desam Party (TDP) supremo Naidu. “The Election Commission took note of Reddy hurling taunts such as ‘habitual offender’, ‘rogue’, ‘sadist’, and others at Naidu, including portraying him as a villainous character in some Tollywood movies.”

It also recognised the fact that Naidu took jibes at Reddy such as “venom spewing”, “mayala fakir” (evil movie character), “fake fellow” and others.

Further, the Election Commission observed that both the leaders have not denied in their replies to the show case notices of using such words and statements, and also continued doing so.

Hence, it directed Naidu and Reddy to remain careful in their public addresses in the future.

“The Commission expects that all political leaders follow the provisions of the MCC in letter and spirit, setting up an example for the political discourse,” the poll body added.

Elections for the 175-member Assembly and 25 Lok Shaba seats in Andhra Pradesh are scheduled on 13 May and counting of votes will be on 4 June.

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