Matua Voters' Names Removed from List? Bengal Elections Face Big Suspense

• Concerns rise in West Bengal over potential removal of Matua community names from the final voter list, due February 28.
• The issue is linked to the SIR process and citizenship, as those without Indian citizenship are not included.
• Central government formed a committee on February 20 to process CAA citizenship applications, but timing raises questions for the February 28 voter list deadline.
• Trinamool alleges large-scale removals, accusing the Matua community of being cheated; BJP claims to champion Matua rights.
• The Matua community's significant electoral influence means exclusions could heavily impact upcoming assembly elections.