Lok Sabha elections 2024: ECI directs IT Ministry to halt Viksit Bharat WhatsApp messages
Viksit Bharat Sampark’ with PM Modi's letter has been received by millions of Indians. The opposition has called PM Modi's Viksit Bharat Sampark letter to be a "blatant violation" of the model code of conduct.
The WhatsApp message sought feedback and suggestions from citizens related to government schemes and policies. The pdf file attached mentioned government schemes like Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana, Ayushman Bharat, Matru Vandana Yojana, etc, and seeking suggestions from the citizens over government initiatives and schemes.
The WhatsApp message was also received by , several non-Indians from Pakistan, UAE, and even Britain. The Congress called the pdf file attached with the message from the Prime Minister a ‘political propaganda.’ Meanwhile, earlier today, also issued transfer orders for non-cadre officers who are posted at leadership positions as District Magistrate (DM) and Superintendent of Police (SP) in four states namely Gujarat, Punjab, Odisha and West Bengal.
India is slated to commence the Lok Sabha Polls 2024 on 19 April. The counting of votes will be held on 4 June.Milestone Alert!
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