The Election Commission of India (ECI) rejected the nomination affidavit of comedian Shyam Rangeela, who filed to contest as an Independent candidate against Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Varanasi. Rangeela’s bid to challenge PM Modi in the upcoming elections faced hurdles, including alleged denial of access to the district magistrate’s office during the filing process.
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- ECI rejects nomination affidavit of comedian Shyam Rangeela in Varanasi.
- Rangeela filed as an Independent candidate against PM Narendra Modi.
- Out of 55 candidates, forms of 36 were rejected by ECI.
- Affidavits of PM Modi and Congress’ Ajay Rai accepted.
- Rangeela alleges prevention from submitting nomination papers.
- Despite efforts since May 10, he claims being denied access.
- Rangeela cites a change in stance from supporting PM Modi.
- Previously a supporter, he now contests against PM Modi.
- Known for mimicking PM Modi and Rahul Gandhi on TV.
- Varanasi’s final phase of voting scheduled for June 1st.
