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BJD urges EC to disclose action on Rajya Sabha polling complaint
On April 28, 2026, the Biju Janata Dal renewed its demand for urgent Election Commission intervention regarding its Rajya Sabha polling complaint and the issuance of second ballot papers to two BJP MLAs. The party cited its March 18 complaint about illegal second ballots issued during the March 16 poll. The report notes the EC has not publicly disclosed action taken.
Why It Matters
This raises questions about the transparency and integrity of Rajya Sabha polling and the EC’s role in addressing alleged irregularities.
Timeline
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BJD reiterates demand for EC action and second ballots
April 28, 2026
The BJD again demanded urgent and decisive intervention by the Election Commission of India on the Rajya Sabha polling complaint and the issuance of second ballot papers to BJP MLAs Upasana Mohapatra and Purna Chandra Sethy, referencing the March 18 complaint.
BJD files complaint with EC over second ballot papers
March 18, 2026
Sasmit Patra, a BJD Rajya Sabha member, reminded the Election Commission of the party’s March 18 complaint alleging illegal issuance of second ballot papers to two BJP MLAs during the poll, namely Upasana Mohapatra and Purna Chandra Sethy.
Rajya Sabha polling held for Upper House
March 16, 2026
The Rajya Sabha polling for the Upper House was held on March 16, 2026.