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P.T. Usha complains to IOA electoral officer over WhatsApp campaign for SOM polls

The Hindu Nov 08, 2026 at 10:10 PM IST India
P.T. Usha complains to IOA electoral officer...

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IOA President P.T. Usha filed a complaint alleging former archer Dola Banerjee violated election rules by soliciting votes via WhatsApp. Usha cited the Model Code of Conduct to demand urgent intervention before the November 9, 2026, Sportspersons of Outstanding Merit polls.

Key takeaways

  • P.T. Usha accused Dola Banerjee of violating the Model Code of Conduct.
  • The complaint alleges a WhatsApp message solicited votes for four specific candidates.
  • Usha cited Clause 1.9, which prohibits candidate promotion via social media.
  • The IOA president requested urgent action before the November 9 voting begins.
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