- 42 retired judges expressed concern over criticism of the Election Commission
- The judges said the EC's actions help keep electoral rolls clean
- They urged parties to present genuine grievances through formal channels
A group of 42 retired judges has spoken out in defence of the Election Commission. They said criticism aimed at the poll body serves vested political interests and weakens democratic integrity.
The judges said the Election Commission’s actions are essential to keeping electoral rolls clean and elections fair. They described these actions as a necessary part of the process.
They urged political parties to put any genuine grievances in writing through formal channels. They said parties should not delegitimise the electoral process.
