Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:49am on 21 Mar 2024,Thursday Politics
The Election Commission of India has directed the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology to cease the delivery of "Viksit Bharat" messages on WhatsApp following complaints of government initiatives being promoted during the election period. Despite MeitY's explanation of delays due to network limitations, the poll body insists on compliance, citing the need for a level-playing field. The messages, seeking feedback and suggestions for a developed India, were accompanied by a letter from Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Opposition leaders have criticized the move as a violation of the model code of conduct ahead of the general elections.
