Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis launched a scathing attack on Rahul Gandhi, dismissing the Congress leader’s allegations of vote theft and Election Commission collusion as baseless. In a strong statement, Fadnavis went so far as to suggest that Gandhi’s claims warrant a mental health evaluation, stating, “His brain should be checked.”

Gandhi’s accusations centered around alleged manipulation of the electoral process in Maharashtra, with claims of a conspiracy between the BJP and the Election Commission of India (ECI). Fadnavis categorically rejected these assertions, emphasizing the ECI’s consistent denial of any wrongdoing. The ECI has repeatedly maintained its commitment to free and fair elections and has refuted all accusations of misconduct.

This latest exchange marks a significant escalation in the political rhetoric surrounding the recent elections. Fadnavis’s unusually harsh response highlights the high stakes involved and the deep divisions within the political landscape.