Election Commission
West Bengal Begins First Electoral Roll Revision in 23 Years Amid Technical Challenges and Political Tensions
Nov 04, 2025 11:07 pm CST
West Bengal has launched its first Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in 23 years, deploying 80,000+ booth-level officers for house-to-house verification ahead of the 2026 assembly elections. The month-long process faces technical glitches and staffing challenges, while political tensions rise between TMC and BJP over the revision's timing and purpose.
Mamata Banerjee Leads Massive Protest Against Voter List Revision in Bengal, Challenges BJP's Citizenship Claims
Nov 04, 2025 09:05 pm CST
Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee led a 3.8km protest march in Kolkata against the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision of voter lists, calling it politically motivated and discriminatory. She defended Bengali speakers against BJP's claims linking them to Bangladesh, while criticizing the selective implementation of the revision in opposition-ruled states only. The confrontation intensifies as BJP has raised concerns about potentially fraudulent identity documents being issued in Bengal.
Union Minister Lalan Singh Faces FIR for Controversial Remarks During Bihar Election Campaign
Nov 04, 2025 04:59 pm CST
Union Minister Lalan Singh has been charged with making provocative remarks during Bihar's election campaign, instructing supporters to prevent certain leaders from leaving their homes on voting day. The FIR, registered on Election Commission orders, comes as Bihar approaches its first phase of Assembly elections, with opposition RJD criticizing both Singh and election authorities over the controversial statements.
Owaisi Slams Tejashwi Yadav For "Extremist" Comment: Political Tension Rises Ahead Of Bihar Elections
Nov 03, 2025 02:54 pm CST
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi has launched a fierce counterattack against RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav after being labeled an "extremist," highlighting growing tensions ahead of Bihar's 2025 Assembly elections. Following failed alliance negotiations, Owaisi's party plans to contest 100 seats independently, positioning itself as a third front in Bihar's political landscape and potentially challenging traditional voting patterns in Muslim-dominated regions like Seemanchal.
Amit Shah Slams Opposition's Democracy Claims, Predicts NDA's Bihar Victory
Nov 02, 2025 01:44 am CST
Union Home Minister Amit Shah criticizes the Opposition for attempting to delegitimize democracy in India, claiming allegations of vote theft only arise when BJP wins. In an NDTV interview, Shah addressed Congress's parliamentary participation issues and confidently predicted a two-thirds majority for NDA in upcoming Bihar elections under Nitish Kumar's leadership.
Prashant Kishor Applies for Removal from Bengal Voter List Following Election Commission Notice
Nov 01, 2025 10:12 pm CST
Prashant Kishor, founder of Jan Suraaj party, has applied to have his name removed from West Bengal's voter list amid controversy over dual registration. The Election Commission sent him a notice after discovering his name in both Bengal and Bihar electoral rolls, which violates the Representation of the People Act. Kishor questions why the duplication wasn't addressed during Bihar's revision process and remains committed to offering a third political alternative in Bihar's upcoming elections.
Neetu Chandra Encourages Bihar Voters While Discussing Her Journey from Middle-Class to Hollywood
Nov 01, 2025 08:00 pm CST
Actor Neetu Chandra, the Election Commission's outreach icon in Bihar, spoke at NDTV's Bihar Power Play event in Patna about her acting journey, Bihari identity, and the importance of voting. The 'Garam Masala' star shared her 15-year effort to empower Bihar's people and how she's working through her production house, Champaran Talkies, to create opportunities for local talent while supporting regional art and women farmers.
Trinamool Congress Sets Up Help Desks to Protect Voter Rights in Bengal's Special Intensive Revision
Nov 01, 2025 12:13 am CST
The Trinamool Congress is establishing help desks across West Bengal to ensure no legitimate voters are excluded during the Special Intensive Revision process. Led by Abhishek Banerjee, the party has warned of major protests in Delhi if voter names are omitted, particularly in border districts where irregularities have already been reported. Teams of party workers are comparing physical and digital voter lists to identify discrepancies before Booth Level Officers begin home visits.
Bengal's Voter List Revision Sparks Political Outreach as Parties Address Public Anxiety
Oct 31, 2025 10:00 pm CST
Amid reports of suicide deaths allegedly linked to Bengal's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter lists, political parties are mobilizing to support anxious residents. Trinamool Congress distributes 2002 electoral rolls while BJP establishes assistance camps, particularly in North 24 Parganas district with its large post-Partition migrant population. The verification process runs until February, months before the Assembly election.
Bihar Voter Roll Revision Impact: Analysis Shows Potential Influence on Over 100 Assembly Seats
Oct 31, 2025 12:13 am CST
A comprehensive analysis of Bihar's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) data reveals a 4.88% statewide reduction in registered voters, potentially affecting outcomes in over 100 Assembly constituencies. The study, conducted using AI to analyze 90,000 voter documents, shows regional variations with Seemanchal and Bhojpur experiencing the highest voter reductions, while the impact appears distributed across both NDA and RJD+ strongholds, setting the stage for significant electoral implications in the upcoming Bihar Assembly polls.