Voice clip alleging bribery in Wadakkanchery’s block panchayat election in Kerala sparks Vigilance inquiry amid political row
Allegations of bribery in an election raise serious concerns about abuse of power.
A political controversy has erupted in Wadakkanchery, Kerala following allegations that the CPI(M) offered ₹50 lakh to an IUML-backed Independent member for cross-voting in favor of the LDF during the block panchayat president election. A purported phone conversation between the Independent member, E.U. Jaffer, and Congress leader A.A. Musthafa has been released, suggesting a bribe was offered. The Congress filed a complaint with the Vigilance department based on the audio clip, prompting an inquiry. The LDF has denied the allegations, while Mr. Jaffer resigned from his block panchayat membership and went into hiding amid mounting pressure.
2 JAN 2026
· THIS STORY — The Hindu
Voice clip alleging bribery in Wadakkanchery’s block panchayat election in Kerala sparks Vigilance inquiry amid political row
— The Hindu
Independent E.U. Jaffer denied bribery allegations, claiming a cross-vote was a mistake due to stress.
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