Biased and unwarranted Political view in Lancet Journal

Abstract

This letter addresses the perceived bias and political undertones in a recent editorial published by The Lancet titled "India's Election: Why Data and Transparency Matter." The authors argue that the editorial unfairly critiques India's handling of data and transparency, particularly during the election period, and question the motivation behind the timing and content of the editorial. The letter highlights India's democratic values and the achievements of the current government, including the implementation of the Ayushman Bharat Yojana and the successful COVID-19 vaccination campaign. The authors emphasize the need for scientific journals to maintain neutrality and avoid political bias, stressing that such biases can undermine the credibility of respected publications like The Lancet. The letter concludes with a call for The Lancet's editorial board to focus on evidence-based views and maintain the journal's prestigious scientific integrit