Special Intensive Revision
The Battle Over Citizenship: Examining the 'Ghuspaithiya' Controversy in West Bengal's Electoral Politics
Nov 07, 2025 09:11 pm CST
This analysis examines West Bengal's controversial Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls and the political battle over defining citizenship. The article explores how the identification of "ghuspaithiyas" (illegal migrants) has become central to the 2026 election narrative, impacting both Hindu and Muslim communities while reshaping political alignments between the Trinamool Congress and BJP. The piece highlights the complex history of migration, naturalization, and the critical relationship between citizenship status and welfare entitlements.
AAP Accuses BJP Leaders of Double Voting in Delhi and Bihar Elections: Allegations and Denials
Nov 07, 2025 01:45 am CST
Aam Aadmi Party has alleged that BJP leaders including Rajya Sabha MP Rakesh Sinha voted in both Delhi and Bihar elections, claiming electoral fraud despite the Election Commission's efforts to eliminate duplicate voters. BJP leaders have firmly denied these accusations, stating they followed proper procedures to transfer their voter registration from Delhi to Bihar.
Bihar Records Historic 64.66% Voter Turnout in 2025 Assembly Election Phase 1: What It Means
Nov 06, 2025 11:42 pm CST
The first phase of Bihar's 2025 Assembly election has witnessed an unprecedented 64.66% voter turnout, the highest in the state's electoral history. This significant increase comes despite a controversial voter list revision that removed 47 lakh names. Political analysts are debating whether this high participation signals anti-incumbency against the BJP-JDU alliance or reflects other factors, as Tejashwi Yadav and other prominent candidates await results from 121 constituencies that voted in this phase.
Mamata Banerjee Denies Accepting SIR Voter Forms Despite Party Newspaper Claims
Nov 06, 2025 08:52 pm CST
Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has publicly denied reports from her own party newspaper that she personally received voter enumeration forms, reaffirming her opposition to the Special Intensive Revision process. The contradiction has sparked political controversy as BJP leaders question the discrepancy, intensifying tensions ahead of upcoming assembly elections in West Bengal.
Kerala Booth Level Officer Attacked by Dog During Voter List Revision Visit
Nov 06, 2025 05:29 pm CST
A Booth Level Officer in Kerala suffered facial and neck injuries after being bitten multiple times by a homeowner's dog while distributing voter enumeration forms in Kottayam. The incident occurred during the Special Intensive Revision process currently underway in twelve states, aimed at updating electoral rolls ahead of upcoming elections.
West Bengal Man Takes His Life Over Voter List Revision Fears: Political Tensions Rise
Nov 05, 2025 04:35 pm CST
A 28-year-old daily wage worker from West Bengal's Howrah district committed suicide allegedly due to fears about the Special Intensive Revision of voter lists. The incident occurred as Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee led protests against the electoral exercise, which the TMC claims has caused seven suicides across the state. Political tensions continue to escalate between the ruling TMC and BJP over the controversial revision process.
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.
BJP Alleges Document Fraud in West Bengal Voter List Revision, Seeks Election Commission Intervention
Nov 03, 2025 10:35 pm CST
The BJP has formally requested the Election Commission to exercise heightened scrutiny during West Bengal's voter list revision, alleging the Mamata Banerjee government has systematically issued backdated and forged documents through programs like "Duare Sarkar" to enable illegal immigrants to register as voters. The party has identified specific document types requiring verification and suggested additional documentation requirements, escalating tensions with the Trinamool Congress who vows to oppose the special revision.
BJP and Trinamool Congress Clash Over West Bengal Voter List Revision Process
Nov 03, 2025 10:27 pm CST
The Election Commission of India's Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in West Bengal has ignited a fierce political battle between the BJP and Trinamool Congress. BJP alleges widespread document forgery and illegal voter registration, while Trinamool claims the revision is causing public panic and represents selective voter targeting. Both parties have escalated their actions, with BJP submitting a detailed memorandum to the Election Commission and Trinamool organizing protests led by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee.