Kejriwal’s Letter to ECI Seeking Muslim Voting Benefits is Fake
The 2020 Delhi Assembly elections have been marked by controversies and fake news, and the latest addition to this list is a morphed letter that has surfaced, claiming that former Delhi Chief Minister and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) convenor Arvind Kejriwal wrote to the Election Commission of India (ECI) requesting special facilities for Muslim voters to facilitate their voting. However, BOOM has fact-checked the claim and found that the letter is entirely fake.
The letter, which has been widely shared on social media, is attributed to Kejriwal and supposedly seeks special arrangements for Muslim voters, including extra time to vote, separate queues, and more. The letter also allegedly asks the ECI to ensure that Muslim voters are not harassed or intimidated at polling stations.
However, BOOM reached out to the AAP and the ECI to verify the authenticity of the letter, and both parties confirmed that the contents are false. The ECI issued a statement saying that they have not received any such letter from Kejriwal or the AAP, and that the letter is a fabrication.
The AAP also denied the claim, saying that Kejriwal has never written such a letter to the ECI. “The letter is fake and has been fabricated to mislead the public,” said a spokesperson for the AAP.
The fact-checking website BOOM has also verified the authenticity of the letter and found it to be false. They analyzed the letter and found several inconsistencies and red flags, including the use of formal language that is not typical of Kejriwal’s writing style, and the absence of any official stamp or seal from the ECI.
The spread of fake news and misinformation has become a major concern in recent years, and the Delhi Assembly elections are no exception. The use of morphed letters and other fake documents to spread false information is a particularly dangerous trend, as it can confuse and mislead voters and undermine the integrity of the electoral process.
In this case, the fake letter is not only an attempt to spread misinformation but also to create divisions and polarize the community. The letter is an attempt to create a narrative that the AAP is seeking to favor one community over another, which is completely baseless.
The Delhi Assembly elections have already been marred by several controversies, including allegations of EVM tampering and biases in the election commission. The spread of fake news and misinformation has only added to the chaos and confusion.
It is essential for citizens to be vigilant and not spread false information. It is also the responsibility of the media and fact-checking organizations to verify the authenticity of information and report the truth.
In conclusion, the letter attributed to Kejriwal seeking Muslim voting benefits is entirely fake. The ECI and the AAP have both confirmed that the letter is false, and BOOM has verified the authenticity of the letter. It is essential for citizens to be aware of fake news and misinformation and to report it to the authorities.
