Voter Intimidation and the Erosion of Trust in India's Electoral System The recent allegations of police powers being misused during the Bankipur bypoll in Bihar have sent shockwaves through the country, highlighting deep seated concerns about the integrity of India's electoral system.
Prashant Kishor, founder of Jan Suraaj and candidate in the by election, has lodged a formal complaint with the Election Commission and police observers, accusing Patna SSP Kartikeya K Sharma and other officials of intimidating voters and influencing the polls.
Voter intimidation and harassment have become increasingly common in India's electoral landscape.