On Tuesday, Trinamool Congress MP Derek O’ Brien complained to the Election Commission of India about Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s photo and name appearing on digital certificates which are being given to coronavirus vaccine beneficiaries.
This was a violation of the Model Code of Conduct, he added.
The MP accused Modi of misusing official machinery ahead of the Assembly polls in West Bengal, and taking away credit from healthcare workers.
O’Brien wrote in his letter that, by placing his photograph, name and message on the provisional certificates issued by the Ministry of Health and Family welfare, he is not only exploiting his post and powers but also stealing commendable credit from the producers of Covid vaccines.
He is blatantly appropriating the dues of a vast army of selfless doctors, nurses and health service workers, it added.
The prime minister’s photo had been appearing on the certificates since the beginning of the vaccination drive.
In West Bengal, the elections for the seats of 294 will be held in eight phases from March 27 to April 29.
However, on May 2, the counting of votes will be done.