Parliament has scheduled a debate on electoral reforms as outrage grows over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter rolls and rising BLO deaths. Opposition leaders demand urgent accountability and transparency in the nationwide revision process.
The Election Commission of India invited MP Mahua Moitra for a meeting on April 15. The apex court directed that “petitioners may submit representations” to the ECI regarding their grievances and suggestions. In compliance, the ECI has scheduled a hearing for April 15, 2025, at 10:30 AM in Room No. 106, Nirvachan Sadan, New Delhi. A copy of the notice has also been sent to the Registrar of the Supreme Court for transparency and official record.
The Justice L Nageswara Rao committee has invited lawyers to provide inputs on reforms in the Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) elections. SCBA members have been asked to share their views on changes to eligibility, tenure, and voting norms. The initiative aims to enhance transparency and efficiency in the election process. Suggestions from legal professionals will play a key role in shaping the reforms.
Today, On 31st January, The Supreme Court has ordered the Election Commission of India (EC) to preserve CCTV footage of polling activities as it was done previously. This decision came after the Court granted further time for a respondent to file an affidavit, while emphasizing the need for maintaining transparency. The Court’s order aims to ensure the integrity of the electoral process and address concerns over possible malpractices.