April 28th 2024.
Today, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) made a statement claiming that the Election Commission has put a ban on their Lok Sabha campaign song, 'Jail ke jawab mein hum vote denge', on the basis that it portrays the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and central investigation agencies in a negative light. The AAP, however, has not received a response from the poll panel yet regarding this matter.
In a press conference, senior AAP leader Atishi expressed that this is possibly the first time that the EC has imposed a ban on a party's campaign song. She further explained that, according to the EC, the song sheds a negative light on the ruling party and investigation agencies. Atishi also clarified that the song does not mention the BJP and does not violate the Model Code of Conduct. It simply showcases factual videos and incidents.
Atishi, who is also a minister in the Delhi government, accused the EC of not taking action against the BJP for their violations of the poll code. She pointed out that if the BJP acts in a dictatorial manner, it is considered acceptable, but if anyone talks about it, it is seen as wrong. This, she believes, is a sign that our democracy is in danger. Atishi urged the EC to take action against the BJP's violations and not restrict opposition parties' campaigns.
The AAP's campaign song, written and sung by AAP MLA Dilip Pandey, is over two minutes long and was released at the party headquarters on Thursday. It aims to encourage voters to use their vote as a response to the current state of affairs. The AAP has been vocal about their disappointment with the EC's decision and has raised concerns about the freedom of expression and fair treatment of opposition parties.
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