Election Commission
Election Commission Likely to Extend SIR Deadline for Multiple States Amid Opposition Criticism
Dec 11, 2025 01:15 am CST
The Election Commission is expected to extend the Special Intensive Revision deadline for Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal and other states following widespread criticism from opposition parties. With 50.8 crore enumeration forms already digitized and 23.22 lakh pending, the decision will be finalized in Thursday's meeting as parties claim the current timeline places undue burden on officials and voters.
Amit Shah Counters Congress on EVMs: Highlights Rajiv Gandhi's Role in Introducing Electronic Voting
Dec 10, 2025 09:18 pm CST
Union Home Minister Amit Shah responded to opposition claims by noting that Electronic Voting Machines were originally introduced by former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi, whose son now opposes them. During a Lok Sabha discussion, Shah pointed out that Congress won the first EVM election in 2004 but only raised concerns after BJP's 2014 victory. This comes amid Rahul Gandhi's accusations of BJP manipulating the Election Commission and his calls for comprehensive electoral reforms.
Amit Shah Defends Special Intensive Revision of Voter Lists Amid Opposition Criticism in Parliament
Dec 10, 2025 09:05 pm CST
Union Home Minister Amit Shah defended the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision of voter lists in Parliament, stating it's a routine process to eliminate duplicate entries and illegal voters. Shah criticized the Opposition, particularly Congress, for spreading misinformation while noting similar exercises were conducted during previous Congress administrations. The ongoing revision in 12 states has sparked heated parliamentary debates between government and opposition benches.
Akhilesh Yadav Teases Congress Over Electoral Bond Sources While Criticizing BJP's Electoral Practices
Dec 10, 2025 02:29 pm CST
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav created a light moment in Parliament while questioning Congress about their electoral bond funding sources. During his Lok Sabha address, Yadav criticized BJP for alleged administrative misuse in recent UP bypolls, highlighted funding disparities between national and regional parties, and supported electoral reforms including changes to Election Commissioner appointments and a return to ballot voting.
Rahul Gandhi Exposes Electoral Manipulation: Allegations of Voter Fraud and Institutional Capture in Indian Democracy
Dec 09, 2025 08:22 pm CST
Rahul Gandhi confronts the BJP with allegations of electoral manipulation, citing evidence of duplicate voters and institutional capture of the Election Commission. The Congress leader presented multiple instances of voter list irregularities and questioned the removal of judicial oversight in the appointment of Election Commissioners, calling vote manipulation the "biggest anti-national act" while advocating for comprehensive electoral reforms.
Trinamool MP Mimics PM Modi in Parliament While Criticizing Voter List Revision Process
Dec 09, 2025 08:04 pm CST
Kalyan Banerjee, Trinamool MP, mimicked Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a parliamentary discussion on electoral reforms, criticizing the government's claims about infiltrators in Bihar and questioning the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision process that he claims is designed to delete voters rather than authenticate them. Banerjee argued that removing voters from electoral rolls undermines democratic principles and criticized digital verification methods for determining family relationships.
Supreme Court Expresses Frustration Over Multiple Special Intensive Revision Petitions From Various States
Dec 09, 2025 03:45 pm CST
The Supreme Court has expressed concern over the growing number of petitions related to the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process from multiple states. Chief Justice Surya Kant ordered state-wise segregation of petitions while prioritizing a decision on Bihar's SIR legality. The court also addressed timeline concerns for Uttar Pradesh and Tamil Nadu, as well as security issues for booth-level officers in West Bengal.
Indian Parliament Schedules 10-Hour Debate on Electoral Reforms: Government and Opposition Face Off
Dec 09, 2025 02:55 pm CST
The Lok Sabha has allocated 10 hours for a comprehensive debate on electoral reforms during the Winter Session of Parliament, with equal time given to ruling and opposition parties. Key issues include Election Commission's role, campaign spending transparency, EVMs, and the controversial "One Nation, One Election" proposal. Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal will open the debate while Opposition Leader Rahul Gandhi will lead Congress's response in this significant democratic discussion.
Inside the Life of Booth Level Officers: Balancing Election Duties, Teaching, and Family Responsibilities
Dec 04, 2025 08:34 pm CST
This in-depth examination follows Karuna Aggarwal, a government school teacher serving as a Booth Level Officer in Noida during India's Special Intensive Revision of voter lists. The article reveals the daily challenges faced by 5.3 lakh BLOs across 12 states as they balance multiple responsibilities while working to ensure electoral accuracy under significant time pressure, highlighting both systemic issues and personal sacrifices in service of India's democratic process.
Supreme Court Holds States Accountable for Booth Level Officer Deaths Amid Electoral Pressure
Dec 04, 2025 04:14 pm CST
The Supreme Court has expressed serious concern over deaths of Booth Level Officers revising voter lists, holding state governments responsible for their working conditions. Chief Justice Surya Kant directed states to grant leave to unwell BLOs and provide substitutes, responding to a petition by Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam about 35-40 BLO deaths. The petition alleged Election Commission coercion through Section 32 threats, while opposition parties claim "inhuman" work pressure on electoral staff.