electoral rolls
Trinamool Congress Organizing Massive Protest Against Special Intensive Revision of Electoral Rolls in West Bengal
Oct 23, 2025 09:41 am CST
The Trinamool Congress (TMC) is planning a major rally in Kolkata to protest the proposed Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in West Bengal, with top leaders including Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee set to participate. TMC officials have warned against voter harassment during the revision process, while BJP leaders defend the SIR as a standard electoral procedure ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections.
Mamata Banerjee Raises Alarm Over "Outsider Influx" in Bhowanipore Constituency Ahead of Bengal Elections
Oct 15, 2025 11:22 pm CST
Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has voiced concerns about systematic displacement of local voters in her Bhowanipore constituency, claiming "outsiders" are purchasing properties and forcing out residents. With state elections approaching, she urged vigilance regarding electoral roll revisions while opposition BJP suggests her comments reflect uncertainty about her electoral prospects.
Maharashtra State Election Commission Requests Deferral of Electoral Roll Revision Until 2026
Oct 14, 2025 05:49 pm CST
The Maharashtra State Election Commission has formally requested the Election Commission to postpone its Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls until January 2026, citing the Supreme Court-mandated local body elections that will occupy the same officials needed for both processes. With elections pending for 29 municipal corporations and hundreds of local bodies, officials argue that attempting both processes simultaneously would be impractical.
Trinamool Congress Launches Unprecedented 100 'Bijoya Sammelani' Meetings Focusing on Electoral Roll Revision Before 2026 Elections
Oct 11, 2025 05:59 pm CST
The Trinamool Congress is organizing 100 'Bijoya Sammelani' meetings in a single day across Bengal, focusing on Special Intensive Revision (SIR) and voter outreach initiatives. Coordinated by Abhishek Banerjee's office, this unprecedented campaign features over 50 speakers and represents the party's final large-scale grassroots program before the critical 2026 elections, with special emphasis on electoral roll verification and party worker mobilization.
Tensions Rise as Mamata Banerjee Warns West Bengal Electoral Officer Amid Voter List Revision Controversy
Oct 10, 2025 02:50 am CST
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has issued a stern warning to the state's Chief Electoral Officer Manoj Agarwal, amid an ongoing voter list revision process. The confrontation comes as the Election Commission prepares for a Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, with BJP opposition leader Suvendu Adhikari claiming approximately 1 crore names will be removed from Bengal's voters list. This escalating political tension highlights the contentious electoral landscape ahead of upcoming state elections.
Supreme Court Directs Free Legal Aid for Voters Excluded from Bihar Electoral Rolls
Oct 09, 2025 07:39 pm CST
The Supreme Court has ordered Bihar's Legal Services Authority to provide free legal assistance to individuals excluded from voter lists before the upcoming election. While questioning petitioners' claims about 3.66 lakh excluded voters, the court emphasized the right to appeal exclusions, addressing concerns about procedural lapses by the Election Commission in notifying affected individuals.
The Legal Complexity of Aadhaar Cards as Voter ID: Implications for Citizenship and Electoral Rights in India
Oct 06, 2025 04:44 pm CST
This article examines the Supreme Court's controversial directive allowing Aadhaar cards for voter identification in Bihar, despite the Election Commission's objections. It explores the distinction between identity verification and citizenship determination, analyzing the legal frameworks governing voting rights in India. The piece highlights significant concerns about illegal migration in northeastern states and border areas, where Aadhaar cardholders sometimes exceed population estimates, raising critical questions about national security, citizenship verification, and the integrity of India's electoral process.
BJP and RJD Both Request Single or Two-Phase Bihar Assembly Elections with Different Voter Verification Concerns
Oct 04, 2025 11:11 pm CST
The Election Commission met with political parties in Bihar to discuss upcoming assembly elections. While both BJP and RJD agreed on conducting polls in one or two phases, the BJP's request for special verification of burqa-clad women sparked controversy. Parties also raised concerns about voter intimidation in villages and requested various measures to ensure fair elections.
Bihar's Final Voter List Released Today: Supreme Court to Review Amid Opposition Concerns
Sep 30, 2025 09:14 am CST
Bihar's Special Intensive Voter Roll Revision concludes today with the publication of new electoral lists amid significant controversy. Opposition parties have challenged the process in the Supreme Court, alleging potential mass disenfranchisement of minority voters. The court will review the matter on October 7, while the Bihar Assembly election schedule is expected to be announced following the Election Commission's visit to Patna.
On Aadhaar For Voter Roll Change, Sources In Poll Body Clarify Timing
Sep 24, 2025 10:40 pm CST
The Election Commission of India has made it mandatory to provide an Aadhaar-linked mobile number for any online voter addition, deletion, or modification requests. Applicants must now provide their Aadhaar-linked number to process their applications