The focal point of contention was the tagline in the wedding invitation. "The best present you will give the couple is electing Modi as PM once again," it said.
Modi speaking during a poll rally .
A groom found himself embroiled in controversy after his wedding invitation sparked debate over his political affiliation, police said on Monday, 29 April.
Uppinangady police in Puttur taluk of Dakshina Kannada, responded to a complaint lodged by officials overseeing election code adherence.
The focal point of contention was the tagline in the wedding invitation. “The best present you will give the couple is electing Modi as PM once again,” it said.
According to police, a complaint was lodged by one of the groom’s relatives to the Election Commission regarding the tagline.
Based on the complaint, Election Commission officials visited the groom’s residence in Puttur taluk on 14 April. The groom explained that the invitations were printed on 1 March, before the election dates were announced. He also clarified that the tagline expresses admiration for Prime Minister Narendra Modi and concern for the nation. The marriage took place on 18 April.
Despite the groom’s explanation, EC lodged a complaint with Uppinangady police on 26 April, following which a FIR was registered.
Furthermore, the press owner responsible for printing the invitation is also under the scanner of the EC and the police.
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