Overview
- The Arunachal Pradesh Congress filed a formal complaint alleging Ojing Tasing told voters that panchayats where the BJP loses would not receive government schemes, citing a widely shared video.
- SEC secretary Taru Talo said a factual report has been sought from the district administration and the commission is awaiting details before deciding next steps.
- The remarks were purportedly made at a BJP campaign event in Lower Dibang Valley while canvassing for Roing zilla parishad candidate Gunu Linggi.
- The Congress argues the statement violates the Model Code of Conduct and could amount to undue influence under the Representation of the People Act, and it has demanded Tasing’s resignation and legal action.
- State BJP leaders have distanced the party from the alleged comment, the minister has not responded to media queries, and panchayat and municipal elections are scheduled for December 15.