IAS officers’ body condemns personal attacks on CEC, family

The IAS Officers’ Association on Friday disapproved of “unwarranted criticism” and “personal attacks” against CEC Gyanesh Kumar and his family members, following allegations of “vote theft” by Opposition leaders. In a post on X, the association said such personal attacks are unconnected with the discharge of official duties.

The statement came after Congress leader Rahul Gandhi warned the CEC and the two Election Commissioners of stern action when the INDIA bloc forms government. The CEC and his family members have been subject to online trolling, officials said.