Gehlot Warns of Authoritarian Elections in 2029 if BJP Prevails

Kuldeep Singh Chundawat November 9, 2026, 8:00 pm 2 min read

Jaipur, November 9: Former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot has expressed concerns that if the BJP manipulates electoral boundaries and secures power again in 2029, the nature of elections in India may resemble those in China, Russia, and North Korea, where opposition parties exist only in name. Speaking to the media at his residence in Jaipur, Gehlot criticized the BJP’s national president, stating that neither the party nor the public takes him seriously.

Gehlot remarked, “What value does the national president’s comment hold?” In response to remarks made by the BJP president regarding Rahul Gandhi, he noted that previous party leaders were taken seriously, but the current BJP president is not. He added, “Wherever he goes, people do not even come to meet him; only a small crowd gathers. You can imagine the value of comments made by such a person.”

He emphasized that responding to statements from such individuals is not appropriate, especially when they lack understanding of national and international issues. Gehlot pointed out that the BJP president, Nitin Nabin, is unable to address statements made by his own party leaders and ministers.

Gehlot further warned that after 2029, the situation could evolve to a point where the Election Commission and the ruling party would control both the government and the opposition. He cited West Bengal as an example, alleging that the BJP won elections through foul play. “While they may have won, the TMC had 80 legislators, and they managed to break away 60 of them, leaving only 20,” he stated.

In his remarks about the BJP’s “Save Democracy” rallies, Gehlot noted that for the first time in 80 years, a ruling party is staging protests. He explained that during his tenure, the Janata Party and BJP, while in opposition, would conduct movements to gather feedback for improvements, which is the essence of democracy. “This government is the first to treat opposition movements with guilt and counter them with their own rallies,” he added.

Gehlot also conveyed Diwali greetings to Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma and the Governor, emphasizing the importance of respecting the dignity of officeholders, regardless of party affiliation. He stated that criticism is the right of the opposition, and if issues arise, the government should correct them or refute them accordingly.

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