PNS | DEHRADUN
The Bharatiya Janata Party took a dig at former Uttarakhand chief minister Harish Rawat, questioning his voter awareness after he reportedly struggled to find his name on the electoral roll on polling day on Thursday. The BJP State president Mahendra Bhatt criticised Rawat, pointing out that his confusion over where he is registered to vote reflects poorly on his awareness as a citizen. Bhatt said that Rawat’s frequent electoral ventures from different constituencies, be it Haridwar, Almora or Udham Singh Nagar, have left him unsure of whether he belongs to an urban or rural constituency. He claimed that Rawat’s behaviour on polling day, searching for his name in the voter list in Dehradun, was indicative of his lack of preparedness and awareness as a voter.
Taking a jab at Rawat, Bhatt stated that such actions are often seen when the prospect of defeat looms large. According to him, Rawat’s apparent desperation and last minute search suggest an attempt to create unnecessary drama. Bhatt further said that such tactics are unbecoming of a senior leader and reflect poorly on the level of politics practiced by the Congress. He advised Rawat to take responsibility as a voter and ensure his registration in advance. Drawing a comparison, Bhatt said that he, too, is a rural voter and due to circumstances, could not vote that day but ensured that his voter information was accurate beforehand. He suggested that Rawat should have done the same rather than engaging in what he called theatrics.
Bhatt said that resorting to superficial displays and baseless allegations does not suit a leader of Rawat’s stature. He urged Rawat to set a better example for his party members by being a responsible and informed voter instead of indulging in petty political drama. The BJP, confident of its victory, dismissed Rawat’s actions as a sign of desperation and a distraction from the real issues at hand.
