electoral process
Mamata Banerjee Demands Halt to Electoral Roll Revision Citing "Inhuman" Pressure on Officers
Nov 20, 2025 08:31 pm CST
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has written to the Chief Election Commissioner demanding suspension of the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, citing excessive work pressure on Booth Level Officers. The appeal follows a BLO's death allegedly due to work-related stress, while the Election Commission maintains that proper training has been provided.
200+ Former Officials Condemn Rahul Gandhi's Vote Fraud Allegations Against Election Commission
Nov 19, 2025 05:31 pm CST
A group of 272 retired judges, bureaucrats, Army officers, and diplomats have issued an open letter condemning Rahul Gandhi's 'vote chori' campaign against the Election Commission. The letter characterizes the allegations as political frustration disguised as institutional crisis, urging political leaders to respect constitutional processes rather than undermine democratic institutions with baseless accusations.
Amit Shah Vows to Tackle Infiltration in Bihar as NDA Projects 160+ Seats in Elections
Nov 08, 2025 09:50 pm CST
Union Home Minister Amit Shah addresses infiltration concerns in Bihar's Seemanchal region, confidently predicting an NDA victory with over 160 seats in the upcoming elections. Shah outlines a five-year plan to remove illegal infiltrators, shut down illegal businesses, and eliminate encroachments, highlighting the unity of the five-party NDA alliance under Modi and Kumar's leadership.
Record-Breaking Voter Turnout in Bihar Elections Signals Political Change, Says Prashant Kishor
Nov 07, 2025 09:10 am CST
Bihar's first phase of assembly elections recorded a 64.46% voter turnout - the highest in 30 years, according to Election Commission data. Jan Suraaj founder Prashant Kishor interprets this exceptional participation as a clear indication of imminent political change in the state, with the second phase scheduled for November 11 and results to be announced on November 14.
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.
Foreign Diplomats Observe Bihar Election Process Under BJP's Diplomatic Outreach Program
Nov 02, 2025 02:38 pm CST
A delegation of diplomats from seven countries is visiting Bihar to observe India's democratic electoral process as part of BJP's "Know BJP" initiative, coinciding with Prime Minister Modi's campaign rallies in the state ahead of the November 6 first-phase polling for assembly elections.
Election Commission Launches 1950 Helpline for West Bengal's Special Intensive Revision of Electoral Rolls
Oct 30, 2025 12:08 pm CST
The Election Commission has established a dedicated voter helpline (1950) to address concerns and ensure transparency during West Bengal's Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. The comprehensive support system includes the National Contact Centre, district-level services, and the ECINET platform, allowing voters to connect directly with election officials and have complaints resolved within 48 hours.
SIR 2.0: India's Paperless Voter Roll Revision System Expands to 12 New States
Oct 28, 2025 01:08 am CST
India's Election Commission launches the second phase of Special Intensive Revision (SIR 2.0) with a paperless process covering 12 states and Union Territories. The improved system, incorporating lessons from Bihar, simplifies voter verification by requiring documentation only when names are missing from both old and new voter lists, with Aadhaar now accepted as valid ID.
Election Commission to Announce Nationwide Special Intensive Revision of Voter Rolls Tomorrow: What You Need to Know
Oct 26, 2025 09:32 pm CST
The Election Commission is set to announce the date for nationwide Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter rolls, starting with 10 states including poll-bound West Bengal and Tamil Nadu. Following controversy in Bihar where 66,000 names were removed from voter lists, the Commission aims to streamline the process while addressing Opposition concerns about potential disenfranchisement of minority voters.
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.