The Election Commission of India (ECI) issued a show cause notice to Mallikarjun Kharge (president of the Indian National Congress party) for allegedly violating the model code of conduct by labeling Prime Minister Narendra Modi a 'terrorist' during a press conference in Chennai on the last day of campaigning for the Tamil Nadu elections. Kharge defended his remarks, clarifying that he intended to convey that Modi was 'terrorising' the democratic fabric of the nation. The ECI's notice offers Kharge 24 hours to respond, warning that a lack of response will lead to presumed acceptance of the allegations. The BJP, represented by a high-level delegation, demanded strict action against Kharge, describing his comments as disrespectful and harmful to national integrity. In contrast, Congress leaders accused the BJP of exploiting the situation to divert attention from pressing issues, while also criticizing the ECI for perceived bias in its actions against opposition parties. This incident highlights the ongoing tensions between the ruling BJP and the opposition in the lead-up to crucial elections.