The Congress party has raised objections to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's planned 48-hour meditation trip in Kanyakumari, scheduled to begin on May 30, alleging that it violates the silence period restrictions outlined in the model code of conduct. A delegation comprising Congress leaders Randeep Surjewala, Abhishek Singhvi, and Syed Naseer Hussain met with the Election Commission to submit a memorandum outlining this concern, along with 27 other complaints regarding alleged model code violations by the BJP in recent days.

According to the Congress, the prime minister's meditation program in Kanyakumari's 'Dhyan Mandapam' constitutes a "clear violation" of the silence period preceding the June 1 voting in Modi's Varanasi constituency and other seats. The party argues that this action also breaches the Model Code of Conduct and provisions of the Representation of the People Act, 1951.

The Congress alleges that the media attention surrounding Modi's planned trip, widely reported by news agencies on May 28, will result in televised coverage during the 48-hour silence period in Varanasi, thus potentially influencing voters. The party contends that by embarking on this meditation trip, Modi is attempting to bypass the silence period and exploit the cultural significance of the chosen location to bolster his campaign and maximize his vote share.

Congress leaders emphasized the need for the Election Commission to ensure that Modi's meditation session is not broadcasted by television or print media, particularly during the silence period. They underscored that while the prime minister could commence his meditation after 24-48 hours, beginning on the evening of June 1, airing it during the silence period would violate the Model Code of Conduct.

Additionally, the Congress delegation highlighted other alleged model code violations, including complaints against the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy for granting waivers to Renewable Energy Plants located in Special Economic Zones and Export Oriented Units, which could impact the level playing field in the ongoing elections.

Furthermore, the Congress accused BJP leaders, including Home Minister Amit Shah, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, and Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, of making inflammatory statements that violate the Model Code of Conduct. They allege that these leaders made baseless allegations against the Congress party and engaged in communal rhetoric to influence voters.

The Congress also accused the BJP of misusing state machinery in Uttar Pradesh by deploying state government buses to transport supporters to a poll event, which they argue violates provisions of the model code and undermines the principle of a level playing field.