New Delhi – November 7, 2025
While no formal press conference by Rahul Gandhi was reported on November 6, 2025—the eve of Bihar's first phase of assembly elections—the Congress leader of opposition escalated his "vote chor" (vote theft) narrative during high-stakes rallies in Purnea and Araria districts. Speaking to enthusiastic crowds amid the INDIA bloc's aggressive campaigning, Gandhi directly accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Election Commission of India (ECI) of plotting to manipulate the polls, drawing parallels to his explosive November 5 presser on alleged fraud in the 2024 Haryana elections. His remarks, amplified via a fiery social media post later that evening, framed the Bihar vote as a battle to "save democracy" from systemic rigging.
#### Key Highlights from the Rallies
Gandhi's addresses, attended by thousands of supporters waving tricolors and chanting anti-Modi slogans, lasted over an hour each and focused on youth mobilization against perceived electoral malpractices. He urged young voters to act as "guardians" at polling booths, warning of tactics like voter list deletions and cross-state bogus voting. "We have shown the entire world that the BJP and the Election Commission have stolen the Haryana election. I am sure that they will try to steal votes in Bihar, too," Gandhi thundered in Purnea, according to eyewitness accounts and video clips circulating online. He emphasized, "It is the responsibility of Bihar’s youth to put a stop to this, and save the Constitution… All of you need to be cautious at the polling booths."
In Araria, Gandhi doubled down on the ECI's role, naming Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, Election Commissioner Sukhbir Singh Sandhu, and another official Vivek Joshi as the "main culprits in this murder of your democracy." He alleged they were committing "the biggest treachery against the Constitution," colluding with the NDA government to suppress votes. "Those who were given the responsibility to protect the right to vote have become partners in 'stealing your future'," he charged, linking the issue to broader "jungle raj" under Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah.
#### Broader Allegations and Evidence Claims
Gandhi's rhetoric built on his "H Files" exposé from the previous day, claiming "lakhs of voters removed from lists and people prevented from voting" in Bihar, with "reports and videos from every corner" as proof. He accused BJP workers of voting multiple times—after casting ballots in other states—and highlighted "Operation Sarkar Chori" (Government Theft Operation) as a blueprint for Bihar. A concurrent social media post by Gandhi reiterated these points, stating a government formed through "vote chori" would never serve the youth, Gen Z, or the public.
His sister, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, echoed the charges in a parallel statement, alleging the NDA was "preparing to steal Bihar polls like in Haryana by deleting 65 lakh votes." This family tag-team assault came hours before polls opened in 65 constituencies, intensifying scrutiny on EVM integrity—though Gandhi stopped short of direct EVM tampering claims, focusing instead on voter roll manipulations and bogus entries.
#### Political Fallout and BJP Rebuttal
The BJP swiftly dismissed the allegations as "desperate electioneering," with Union Minister Kiren Rijiju labeling it a "diversionary tactic" timed to dent NDA morale. "Rahul ji's fiction won't rewrite Bihar's verdict—people know Congress's real 'chori' history," Rijiju quipped at a Patna counter-rally. ECI officials remained silent, adhering to their no-comment policy during polls, but sources indicated internal probes into voter list discrepancies.
Analysts view Gandhi's Nov 6 interventions as a strategic pivot from Haryana's "Hydrogen Bomb" to Bihar's grassroots, aiming to galvanize the INDIA alliance's 25% vote share. With Phase 1 turnout projected at 62%, his call for vigilance could sway urban and youth demographics in this 243-seat battle. As Bihar votes amid tight security, the "vote chor" echo chamber—fueled by viral clips—promises to dominate post-poll narratives, regardless of the tally.
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