The Indian National Congress filed a summary response to the Election Commission's notice issued to party chief Mallikarjun Kharge regarding his remarks labeling Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a 'terrorist.' Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh criticized the notice as indicative of ulterior motives, asserting that there was no violation of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) or other laws. Ramesh emphasized that Kharge's comments were misinterpreted, clarifying that he meant Modi was 'terrorising' political parties through the misuse of government power. The Congress party has requested a week to submit a detailed response, arguing that the 24-hour notice period is insufficient given Kharge's commitments during the election campaign. Ramesh also pointed out recent violations by Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah, claiming these actions contravene electoral laws. The notice was issued just before polling in Tamil Nadu and the first phase of elections in West Bengal.