On polling eve, protests erupt in Andhra Pradesh demanding cash ‘promised’ for votes

Credit: IndiaTimes- Published on May 12, 2024
A wave of demonstrations occurred in multiple locations across Andhra Pradesh on Sunday, with individuals asking for money from political parties in return for votes. The practice of exchanging cash for votes varied from Rs 1,000 to Rs 6,000 in different areas. Polling is scheduled for 175 assembly and 25 Lok Sabha seats on...

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A wave of demonstrations occurred in multiple locations across Andhra Pradesh on Sunday, with individuals asking for money from political parties in return for...
on May 12, 2024 • IndiaTimes

Demonstrations in Andhra Pradesh demand cash for votes, ranging from Rs 1,000 to Rs 6,000. Inflation drives prices up. Voting in 175 assembly and 25 LS seats on...
on May 13, 2024 • IndiaTimes

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