42 former judges defend ECI, slam ‘calculated campaign’ driven by ‘vested political interests’
A group of 42 former judges wrote to the Election Commission of India, defending the body and criticizing what they called a “calculated campaign” by a long‑ruled party. They argued that the party’s claim that the electoral system is rigged is unfounded and accused certain outfits of selective litigation. The letter highlights concerns about political interference in elections.