
During the 2026 Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation elections, AIMIM spokesperson Waris Pathan criticized the Maharashtra government and Election Commission for alleged mismanagement, citing missing voter names, including his daughter's and wife's, and voters being turned away. He described the situation as a 'murder of democracy' and highlighted difficulties faced by women, senior citizens, and first-time voters. Opposition leaders also raised concerns about removable ink and multiple voting, while voter turnout remained low amid reported confusion at polling stations.
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