Archive · 24 Dec 2025
Rajanna Clarifies 'Vote Theft' Remarks to Rahul
A former minister in Karnataka, K N Rajanna, wrote a letter to Rahul Gandhi, a big leader in the Congress party.
In the letter, Rajanna explained that some people twisted his words about how the Congress party could have won more votes in elections.
He said that if the party workers had done their jobs better, the Congress could have won more seats in Karnataka and even more seats all over India.
Rajanna also said that he supports Rahul Gandhi and the party's efforts to make elections fair.
He asked Rahul Gandhi to look into the matter and take action against those who misrepresented his words.
Rajanna also mentioned his long-time support for the Nehru family and praised the current Chief Minister of Karnataka, Siddaramaiah, for his work.
K N Rajanna wrote a letter to Rahul Gandhi clarifying his 'vote theft' remarks and seeking action against misrepresentation.
Rajanna claimed his remarks were selectively twisted and conveyed misleadingly to Rahul Gandhi.
He asserted that better performance by Booth Level Agents could have helped Congress win 8-10 more seats in Karnataka.
Rajanna also mentioned that similar vigilance could have helped Congress secure 30-40 more seats nationally.
He praised Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's leadership and highlighted his commitment to various communities.
- Who
- K N Rajanna, former Karnataka minister, and Rahul Gandhi, senior Congress leader
- What
- Rajanna wrote a letter to Rahul Gandhi clarifying his 'vote theft' remarks and seeking action against those who misrepresented his statement
- When
- The letter was dated November 17, and the event is ongoing
- Where
- Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
- Why
- To clarify his remarks and seek action against misrepresentation, amid political discussions and power tussle within the Karnataka Congress
- Author
- K N Rajanna
- Recipient
- Rahul Gandhi
- Date of Letter
- November 17
- Rajanna's Position
- Former Cooperation Minister and Hassan district in-charge minister
- Alleged Misrepresentation
- Selective twisting of his statement
- Claimed Impact
- Congress could have won 8-10 more seats in Karnataka
- National Impact
- Congress could have secured 30-40 more seats nationally
- Requested Action
- Action against those who misrepresented his statement
