The Supreme Court directed the West Bengal government and Election Commission to provide logistical support to judicial officers conducting the special intensive revision of electoral rolls, noting they have handled over 10.16 lakh objections and claims regarding voter deletions.
Today, On 9th March, The Supreme Court agreed to consider a plea challenging the deletion of electors from the electoral rolls during West Bengal’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR). A bench of Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi took note of submissions by senior advocate Maneka Guruswamy.
Today, On 25th February, The Supreme Court clarified that during the ongoing Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in West Bengal, Madhyamik admit cards may serve as supporting identity documents. However, they will be accepted only when accompanied by the relevant pass certificates for verification.
