Congress Alleges ‘Bank Accounts Frozen’ Ahead Of 2024 Lok Sabha Polls
NEW DELHI: On Friday, Congress Treasurer Ajay Maken disclosed that the party’s and Youth Congress’s bank accounts were frozen, potentially impacting operations ahead of upcoming elections.
“This action restricts our ability to cover basic expenses like staff salaries and campaign activities,” Maken stated during a press conference. “It not only affects the ongoing ‘Nyay Yatra’ campaign but threatens all political operations.”
The freeze reportedly stems from a Rs 210 crore recovery demand by the Income Tax department, affecting crowdfunding funds within the accounts. Maken expressed concern about the timing, suggesting it could hinder opposition activities just weeks before elections.
This development follows the Supreme Court’s recent decision to deem the anonymous electoral bond scheme unconstitutional and mandate donor disclosure. This ruling alters the political funding landscape in India.