voting rights
Amit Shah Defends Electoral Reforms: "No Voting Rights for Infiltrators Despite Opposition Claims"
Dec 11, 2025 08:43 am CST
Union Home Minister Amit Shah strongly defended the government's electoral reform policies in Parliament, addressing opposition allegations about the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process. Shah emphasized the constitutional mandate for voter verification, rejected claims of electoral manipulation, and firmly stated the Modi government will prevent illegal immigrants from obtaining voting rights while preserving India's democratic integrity.
Supreme Court Questions Whether Aadhaar Holders Should Automatically Receive Voting Rights
Nov 27, 2025 03:31 pm CST
The Supreme Court of India is examining whether Aadhaar cards should grant voting rights, emphasizing that these identification documents are meant for welfare benefits and do not constitute citizenship proof. The court is hearing challenges to the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision of voter lists across multiple states, raising fundamental questions about democratic participation and constitutional safeguards for voters.
PM Modi Emphasizes Constitutional Duties on Constitution Day: A Call to Honor First-Time Voters
Nov 26, 2025 12:15 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi commemorated Constitution Day by urging citizens to fulfill their Constitutional obligations as foundational elements of democracy. In his letter, he emphasized voting rights, suggested honoring first-time voters, and referenced Mahatma Gandhi's philosophy connecting duties to rights. PM Modi stressed that fulfilling civic responsibilities is essential for India's progress toward becoming a developed nation.
Maharashtra Election Commission States VVPATs Not Mandatory for Local Body Polls: Bombay High Court Challenge
Nov 19, 2025 09:31 pm CST
The Maharashtra State Election Commission has informed the Bombay High Court that VVPAT machines are neither mandatory nor technically feasible for upcoming local body elections, despite Congress leader Prafulla Gudadhe's legal challenge asserting they're essential for transparent voting. The commission argues that Supreme Court rulings on VVPAT use apply only to general elections, not municipal polls, and that technical limitations exist for multi-member constituency voting systems.
Bombay High Court: Immediate Voter Registration at 18 Could Overwhelm Electoral System
Nov 06, 2025 11:50 pm CST
The Bombay High Court has ruled that while turning 18 grants the freedom to vote, the actual right comes only with electoral roll revisions, addressing concerns that immediate registrations would overwhelm verification systems. This decision came in response to Rupika Singh's petition after her voter application was rejected due to missing the October 2024 cut-off date for Maharashtra elections.
Bihar Villagers Wrongly Declared Dead in Voter List Just Weeks Before 2025 Elections
Oct 11, 2025 04:44 pm CST
Five residents of Bihar's Batsar village discovered they were erroneously marked as deceased in the draft electoral roll, prompting them to approach local authorities with proof of life. This administrative error could have prevented them from voting in the upcoming Bihar Legislative Assembly elections scheduled for November, highlighting persistent issues in voter registration processes.
The Chhath Puja Homecoming: How Electoral Timing Creates a Dilemma for Bihar's Diaspora
Oct 07, 2025 06:29 pm CST
This article explores the cultural significance of Chhath Puja for millions of Bihari migrants across India and globally, highlighting their annual pilgrimage home to celebrate this sacred festival. It examines the challenging dilemma they face this year with Bihar assembly elections scheduled shortly after Chhath celebrations, preventing many from participating in both their cherished cultural traditions and democratic rights. The piece delves into the deeper tensions between maintaining cultural identity and navigating the practical realities of migrant life, revealing how this working-class community balances devotion to heritage with the demands of economic necessity.