One Nation, One Election biggest threat to democracy: Sanjay Raut

Mumbai (Maharashtra): Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut has strongly criticized the "One Nation, One Election" bill, calling it a significant threat to democracy.

Addressing a press conference, Raut accused the BJP of manipulating elections in Maharashtra through the use of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs). He stated, "No proper amendment or research has been done about it. Modi ji always speaks his Mann ki Baat. He never thinks about what is in the mind of the public or what is in the mind of the opposition. I doubt whether Modi ji will remain the Prime Minister till 2029. This is the biggest threat to democracy. Your governments in Maharashtra, Delhi, these are not governments formed by democracy. These are governments formed by EVMs."

JDU MP Supports 'One Nation, One Election'
In response, Janata Dal (United) MP Sanjay Jha voiced support for the 'One Nation, One Election' bill, asserting that simultaneous elections would ensure uninterrupted development. Jha said, "After independence, simultaneous elections were held in the country. But the Congress party started imposing the President's rule in the states. The development work which gets stalled due to frequent elections will not stop after the implementation of One Nation One Election. Our party fully supports One Nation One Election."

Union Cabinet Approves 'One Nation, One Election' Bill
The 'One Nation One Election' bill received approval from the Union Cabinet on Thursday, paving the way for its introduction in Parliament. However, the bill has sparked a heated debate between the ruling and opposition parties. Several parties from the INDIA bloc have opposed the bill, while parties from the BJP-led NDA alliance have welcomed it, claiming it will save time and create a unified electoral process across the country.

(With ANI Inputs)