Mamata Alleges Aadhaar Rejection Despite SC Order, Cites SIR Harassment

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News18•16-01-2026, 15:13
Mamata Alleges Aadhaar Rejection Despite SC Order, Cites SIR Harassment
- •Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee claims Aadhaar cards are not accepted as citizenship proof during SIR hearings, defying Supreme Court directives.
- •She alleges unnecessary harassment in West Bengal, contrasting it with BJP-ruled states where more documents are accepted.
- •Mamata highlights summons issued to prominent figures like a former foreign secretary and Amartya Sen for SIR hearings.
- •The Chief Minister attributes the unrest in Beldanga to political motives linked to SIR harassment allegations.
- •She accuses BJP of orchestrating trouble, stating that Booth Level Officers (BLOs) are under pressure to reject documents.
Why It Matters: Mamata Banerjee criticizes the non-acceptance of Aadhaar cards in SIR hearings, alleging political harassment.
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