The Maharashtra BJP on Monday accused the Congress leadership of threatening Youth Congress workers to ensure their participation in a protest against Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar in Delhi. The Congress dismissed the charge, alleging that it reflected the ruling party's insecurity over the prospect of losing power.

BJP releases purported audio clip

Releasing a purported audio clip of Maharashtra Youth Congress in-charge Ajay Chikara, BJP state chief spokesperson Navnath Ban alleged that Youth Congress office-bearers had been warned they could lose their positions and election tickets if they failed to reach the national capital by Monday.