Special Intensive Revision
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.
Amit Shah and Rahul Gandhi's Fierce Clash Over Electoral Reforms in Lok Sabha Debate
Dec 10, 2025 09:10 pm CST
During a heated Lok Sabha debate on electoral reforms, Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Opposition Leader Rahul Gandhi engaged in a fierce exchange. Shah accused the Gandhi-Nehru family of "vote theft" across generations, while Gandhi challenged Shah to debate his press conference allegations about voter list irregularities. The confrontation escalated when Shah refused to be dictated to regarding his speech order, eventually leading to an Opposition walkout after accusations about Electronic Voting Machines and illegal immigrants on voter lists.
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.
The Critical Flaws in SIR Implementation: Parliamentary Concerns Over Electoral Roll Revision Process
Dec 10, 2025 01:30 pm CST
An analysis of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process being implemented across select Indian states, highlighting concerns about its methodology, selective application, and human costs. While maintaining accurate electoral rolls is essential, the rushed implementation raises serious questions about electoral integrity, potential targeting of specific communities, and the accountability of constitutional bodies overseeing the process.
Yogi Adityanath Prioritizes Special Intensive Revision of Voter Lists for BJP Workers in Uttar Pradesh
Dec 10, 2025 10:39 am CST
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has directed BJP MLAs and party workers to make the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter lists their top priority for the next month. During a meeting in Gorakhpur, he instructed comprehensive door-to-door verification, special attention to voter mobility, and equal focus on rural and urban areas, cautioning party members not to underestimate opposition efforts in this critical electoral preparation process.
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.
Uttar Pradesh Completes 97% of Special Intensive Revision of Electoral Rolls: Updates on Voter Registration Process
Dec 09, 2025 08:02 am CST
Uttar Pradesh has completed 97% of the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls according to Chief Electoral Officer Navdeep Rinwa. The process includes simplified online registration, overseas voter provisions, and is part of the Election Commission of India's broader initiative across 12 states and Union Territories, with final electoral rolls scheduled for publication on February 7, 2026.
UP Teacher Dies of Brain Hemorrhage While on Electoral Duty: Stress and Pressure Cited by Family
Dec 07, 2025 10:33 am CST
A 58-year-old biology teacher serving as a booth level officer for electoral roll revision in Uttar Pradesh died of brain hemorrhage at his home in Modinagar. Family members attribute his death to extreme pressure and stress from the Special Intensive Revision work, highlighting growing concerns about the welfare of election officials amid multiple similar incidents across the state.