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Supreme Court asks Election Commission to consider writ petitioner’s suggestions against excessive poll expenditure

The Supreme Court has asked the Election Commission of India (ECI) to consider the suggestions made by a writ petitioner regarding excessive poll expenditure. The petitioner cited a report on poll spending and requested a rethink on the expenses cap and a plan of action against erring candidates. The ECI defended its oversight mechanism but questioned the authenticity of the report. This development is significant as it highlights the ongoing efforts to address the issue of excessive election spending, which is a crucial concern for fair and democratic elections in India.