Delegates can make such remarks because they are not office bearers, said Congress presidential candidate Mallikarjun Kharge on October 9, in response to allegations that delegates are making favourable statements in violation of CEC rules. “I want to fight because the condition in the country is bad. Agencies like CBI, ED are weakening. To fight them I need to have power. That is why, on the recommendation of delegations, I’m fighting the polls. Delegates can make (such comments), they are not office bearers. There are 9300 delegates,” he said.