EC: Surrogate advertising tactics spill over into political campaigns

Surrogate advertising, used to promote banned products indirectly, is now seen in political campaigns. Recently, West Bengal's opposition leader hinted at a disruptive event using the word "bomb," which could be misconstrued given the region's history of violence. Similarly, the Indian Prime Minister highlighted a past statement by a former PM about resource distribution, potentially misrepresenting the intent. These instances underscore the need for caution in political rhetoric, especially during elections, to prevent misinterpretation and maintain peace. Read The Rest at :