The Supreme Court has heard petitions challenging ECI’s Bihar voter roll revision ahead of state polls. No interim relief granted; Court asserts power to act if irregularities are found.
The Supreme Court of India has authorized the Election Commission to advance with the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Bihar, highlighting the inclusion of Aadhaar, voter ID, and ration card for verification. This decision addresses concerns from petitioners and emphasizes transparency, impacting future electoral processes across states.
Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar stressed the necessity of accurate electoral rolls for democracy during a training session, amid controversy over Bihar’s voter list revision. Opposition parties are contesting the revision in the Supreme Court, citing concerns of disenfranchisement and lack of transparency, while the Election Commission defends the process as essential for electoral integrity.
