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Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray on Wednesday said the Election Commission of India must come clean and have a debate with Congress MP Rahul Gandhi on the \u201cvoter chori” issue. Speaking at the CNN-News18 Townhall, Mumbai edition, Thackeray also questioned why the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) was getting \u201crattled” by the INDIA bloc raising concerns about alleged \u201cfake voters” in Lok Sabha elections.<\/p>\n

\u201cA complete clean-up is expected about the vote-chori. EC should come out and have a debate with Rahul Gandhi or accept their fault. It is the biggest crime to commit in the world\u2019s biggest democracy,” Thackeray said.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe are asking questions from the Election Commission, but why is BJP getting rattled,” he questioned, speaking at the CNN-News18 Townhall, Mumbai edition.<\/p>\n

Thackeray alleged that \u201cvote chori” (vote theft) had indeed taken place, accusing the Election Commission (EC) of compromising the integrity of elections over the past several years. \u201cFor the last 7\u20138 years, the EC has prevented free and fair elections in India,” he claimed, arguing that the institution\u2019s credibility was at stake.<\/p>\n

Thackeray further alleged that the irregularities were benefiting one political party in particular. \u201cExtra voters and fake votes are going to BJP,” he charged, pointing to what he described as systemic issues that tilted the playing field.<\/p>\n

The Shiv Sena (UBT) leader maintained that his party\u2019s demands were rooted in democratic principles rather than partisan politics. \u201cWe only want the EC to come clean,” he said, framing the issue as a test of institutional accountability in India\u2019s electoral democracy.<\/p>\n

\u2018Not Against Any Language\u2019<\/h2>\n

Thackeray also addressed the ongoing row over Marathi language, stressing that Maharashtra had always welcomed people from across India. \u201cWe are not against any language\u2026 our state accepts people from all the states,” he said.<\/p>\n

However, he accused the BJP of trying to \u201cimpose a third language as Hindi” on Class 3 students, arguing that such moves disregarded local culture and identity. He described recent clashes over language as \u201csporadic incidents” but said they reflected deeper tensions.<\/p>\n

\u201cYou should respect local culture, local language and local heroes,” Thackeray insisted, adding that such respect stems from genuine attachment to the state. Responding to why parties like the MNS or Shiv Sena (UBT) were often at the forefront of these disputes, he remarked, \u201cBecause you feel for the state \u2014 and BJP does not feel for the state.”<\/p>\n

Thackeray framed the language issue as one of cultural preservation, warning against any policy that could dilute Maharashtra\u2019s linguistic heritage.<\/p>\n

Pahalgam Attack, India\u2013Pakistan Cricket and Bangladesh<\/h2>\n

Turning to national security, Thackeray criticised the government over the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack. \u201cHow did the terrorist go on a rampage and enter India\u2026 this is a failure,” he said, questioning gaps in security.<\/p>\n

He also targeted the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) for continuing cricket ties with Pakistan. \u201cWhy is BCCI playing cricket with Pakistan,” he asked. \u201cIf the government is saying China is supporting Pakistan, then why is the PM going to China,” he added.<\/p>\n

On Bangladesh, Thackeray pointed to atrocities against Hindus and questioned the rationale for sporting engagements. \u201cSee the atrocities against Hindus in Bangladesh\u2026 why is BCCI inviting Bangladesh for a bilateral cricket series in India,” he said, calling for a policy aligning sports diplomacy with national interests.<\/p>\n

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