India, Aug. 22 -- The Indian Administrative Service (IAS) Association on Friday condemned the online trolling of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar's family, after opposition leaders, including Rahul Gandhi, levelled allegations of "vote chori" or "vote theft" against the poll panel.

"The IAS Association notes with concern that unwarranted criticism has been directed against the family members of the Chief Election Commissioner, who also happen to be well reputed civil servants," the association said in a post on X.

"The IAS Association strongly deprecates such personal attacks unconnected with the discharge of official duties. We stand for the dignity and integrity in public service," it added.

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