Jagan loses in Supreme Court!!
The supreme Court's refusal to relax the special rules issued by the Chief Electoral Officer mukesh Kumar meena on the counting of postal ballots is indeed a significant setback for the Yuvajana Sramika Rythu congress Party (YSRCP).
- Issue: The YSRCP challenged an order by the election commission (EC) regarding the counting of postal ballots.
- Special Rules: The ec had issued specific rules concerning the approval of specimen signatures on postal ballots, which required official seals and status for validation.
- YSRCP's Petition: The YSRCP sought relaxations in these rules, arguing for the acceptance of specimen signatures without the need for an official seal and status.
Supreme court Ruling:
- Decision: The supreme court dismissed the YSRCP's petition, effectively upholding the EC's special rules on the counting of postal ballots.
- Implication: This means that the postal ballots must comply with the stricter validation criteria set by the EC.
Impact on YSRCP:
- Political Impact: This ruling could potentially affect the number of valid postal ballots counted in favor of the YSRCP, impacting their overall vote count.
- Strategic Setback: The decision represents a legal and strategic setback for the YSRCP, particularly as the deadline for counting votes approaches.
What to watch For:
- Vote Counting Process: Observers and stakeholders will need to closely watch how the enforcement of these rules affects the final vote tally.
- Further Legal Actions: It is possible that the YSRCP may consider additional legal strategies or appeals in response to this ruling.