New Delhi: The Election Commission on Monday has sought a factual report from poll authorities in Jharkhand over the "Rape in India" remark of Congress leader Rahul Gandhi made at a rally in the poll-bound state last week.
The decision to seek a report came after BJP leaders approached the poll panel against Gandhi for using rape as a tool to target political rivals demanding action against him.
EC Official stated that further action would be contemplated after getting the report.
Addressing an election rally in Godda, Gandhi took a jibe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Central government over rising cases of crimes against women across the nation.
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