West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee.
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News1804-01-2026, 18:31

Mamata Flags Electoral Roll Flaws to CEC: Warns of Disenfranchisement

  • CM Mamata Banerjee writes to CEC Gyanesh Kumar, alleging procedural lapses in West Bengal's electoral roll revision (SIR).
  • Concerns include informal communication via WhatsApp/SMS for critical instructions, bypassing formal channels.
  • Alleges backend deletion of voter names through IT systems without ERO approval, violating Representation of the People Act.
  • Highlights rejection of valid identity proofs like Family Register and Domicile Certificates, deemed discriminatory.
  • Notes hardship for voters due to centralized hearings, long travel, and denial of BLA access.

Why It Matters: Mamata urges CEC to fix electoral roll flaws, warning of large-scale disenfranchisement and democratic damage.

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