In a dramatic yet baseless outburst, Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Tejashwi Yadav has been caught red-handed trying to mislead the people of Bihar ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections. Claiming that his name was missing from the state’s draft electoral roll, Yadav accused the Election Commission of mass voter deletion affecting over 65 lakh voters. But the truth has come out. The Election Commission of India (ECI) has not only confirmed that his name is very much present on the voter list but also raised serious questions about Yadav’s credibility, possibly implicating him in voter ID fraud.
Tejashwi’s Claim Falls Flat in Public
Tejashwi Yadav’s sensational claim that his name had been omitted from Bihar’s draft electoral roll made headlines instantly. Standing before the media, the RJD leader declared, “My name is not there in the electoral roll. How will I contest the elections?” He further alleged that around 65 lakh voters nearly 8.5% of the total electorate had been mysteriously removed. According to him, this was a calculated attempt to manipulate the elections in favour of the ruling BJP.
However, the Election Commission was swift and unambiguous in its rebuttal. It stated that Mr. Yadav’s name is indeed present in the draft list and is listed at Serial Number 416. The poll body dismissed his claims as “factually incorrect” and bordering on deliberate misinformation. Once again, Tejashwi’s theatrics seem to have boomeranged, exposing his desperation and political immaturity.
Dubious EPIC Number and Doubts Over Dual Voter ID Cards
To further bolster his dramatic claims, Tejashwi cited an Elector’s Photo Identity Card (EPIC) number and alleged he was unable to retrieve his voter information from the Election Commission’s portal. However, this move has landed him in deeper trouble. According to EC sources, the EPIC number shared by Yadav was invalid. Shockingly, initial inquiries suggest that he may be holding not one, but two different voter ID cards — a potential violation of electoral law.
If found true, this could have serious legal consequences. The Election Commission has already launched a formal investigation into the matter. Sources say that an FIR will be registered against Tejashwi Yadav if dual voter identity cards are confirmed. In trying to portray himself as a victim, Yadav may have walked into a legal trap of his own making.
Election Commission Shuts Down Rahul Gandhi’s Wild Allegations Too
Interestingly, Yadav’s misleading statements come just a day after Congress leader Rahul Gandhi launched his own barrage of accusations against the Election Commission, accusing it of “vote theft” and claiming he had “open-and-shut” proof. Gandhi likened the alleged irregularities to an “atom bomb” and accused the EC of treason.
But the Commission’s response was measured and factual. It confirmed that it had reached out to Gandhi via email and official letter on June 12, 2025, inviting him to present the evidence he claimed to have. Gandhi, however, never responded, nor did he acknowledge the communication. This irresponsible behaviour from a senior national leader was met with firm words from the Commission, which stated that it will not bow down to threats and baseless remarks.
EC’s Clean-Up Operation and Commitment to Fairness
The Election Commission had recently completed a month-long Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar. As part of this exercise, names of deceased persons, duplicate entries, and relocated voters were removed as per standard procedure. Yadav’s claim that names were deleted without any transparency was also refuted by the EC, which maintained that proper channels were followed, and public access to revised data remains available.
The EC’s firm stance has reassured the public that India’s democratic processes remain intact and free of manipulation. While political parties may raise concerns, they are expected to do so responsibly and with evidence — not through wild accusations and media spectacles.
Political Melodrama Meets Electoral Reality
Tejashwi Yadav’s attempt to create a narrative of victimhood and electoral fraud has been thoroughly exposed by the Election Commission. His false claims, invalid EPIC number, and potential possession of dual voter IDs point to a pattern of deception, not injustice. What was perhaps intended to be a clever political move has ended in complete embarrassment, further damaging his already shaky political standing. The Election Commission, meanwhile, has emerged as a pillar of fairness and transparency, standing tall amid political theatrics. As Bihar prepares for crucial elections, such misinformation campaigns must be called out for what they are — cheap stunts to gain sympathy without substance.
