Srinagar, 14 Oct: Vivek Bali , State President , Suheldev Bharatiya Samaj Party (SBSP), Jammu and Kashmir, launched a strong attack on the Congress party over its high-profile demonstrations against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, stating that while peaceful protest is a constitutional right, abusing constitutional authorities and undermining democratic institutions is unacceptable.
Vivek Bali asserted that democratic values demand responsibility, restraint and respect for constitutional offices. He stated that political disagreements should be addressed through established legal and constitutional mechanisms rather than through personal attacks, inflammatory rhetoric or attempts to undermine the credibility of statutory institutions.
Questioning the opposition’s allegations of “vote chori,” Bali asked, “If the opposition has credible evidence of electoral malpractice, why has it not placed that evidence before the Supreme Court and pursued the appropriate legal remedies? Serious allegations must be supported by facts and addressed through constitutional channels rather than political theatrics.”
Taking aim at the Congress party’s political approach and its association with groups such as the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), Bali alleged that the opposition was increasingly losing direction and failing to present a constructive political alternative. He remarked that political alliances must be guided by national interest, democratic responsibility and a commitment to public welfare.
Bali further emphasized that India’s democracy is strengthened when political parties respect constitutional institutions, present evidence-based arguments and engage in meaningful debate on issues affecting citizens. He urged opposition leaders to demonstrate maturity, accountability and a clear vision for the country instead of repeatedly targeting institutions entrusted with safeguarding the democratic process.
Concluding his statement, Vivek Bali said that the nation expects responsible leadership, constructive opposition and respect for the Constitution. He stressed that political competition should focus on public concerns, development and national progress, rather than confrontation that could erode public confidence in democratic institutions.
