Meanwhile, tension escalated in Khanna on Tuesday when Congress candidates arrived at the BDPO office to obtain NOCs required for filing nominations. Congress leaders alleged that no officials were present, no documents were checked and no NOCs were issued. The situation heated up as angry Congress workers staged a protest and confronted the BDPO, accusing officials of deliberately creating hurdles.

Congress candidate Satnam Singh Soni warned that if NOCs are not issued on time, they will block roads, lock the BDPO office and may even resort to extreme steps. Another leader, Gurvinder Singh Isdu, said they will take the matter to the Election Commission to ensure fair action.

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Randhawa started strong in the first three rounds and created early excitement in the SAD camp. Supporters cheered as she held the advantage, but Sandhu soon began closing the gap. He gained steady ground and then moved into a decisive lead. His rise marked a major turning point in the contest.

The bypoll gained importance after the death of AAP MLA Kashmir Singh Sohal in June. The seat attracted attention across Punjab because it reflected the region’s shifting political mood. Voters cast their ballots on November 11, and turnout reached 60.95 percent. The strong participation highlighted the public’s interest in the result.

As counting continued, the fight narrowed to AAP and SAD. Other candidates remained far behind as the contest shaped into a two-way race. Final rounds were expected to confirm whether Sandhu would retain his growing lead.

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The EC denied these charges. It explained that Subodh Kumar’s name never appeared on the official voter list. Officials said Gandhi’s claims of large-scale deletions were false. They stressed that strong verification systems exist and no irregularities took place.

Earlier, Gandhi accused the EC of removing Ranju Devi and her family from the list. The Commission issued a clarification. It confirmed that the voter records of her family were accurate.

The EC said it remains committed to transparency and impartiality. Officials highlighted their duty to maintain accurate lists and protect voting rights. They assured that all eligible citizens will have the chance to vote without obstacles.

This response directly challenges Rahul Gandhi’s allegations and reinforces the EC’s stand on fair electoral practices.

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