Supreme Court Orders EC to Release List of 1.25 Crore Voters with Discrepancies in West Bengal SIR

• The Supreme Court has directed the Election Commission to make public the list of 1.25 crore voters in West Bengal whose names have 'logical discrepancies' under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR).
• Notices were sent to approximately 2 crore people for document verification, with 1.25 crore falling under the 'logical discrepancy' category due to issues like parent name differences or age gaps.
• The court mandated transparency in the investigation process, requiring lists to be displayed at Gram Panchayats, Block Offices, and Ward Offices, allowing 10 days for objections.
• Voters whose documents are unsatisfactory must be given a full opportunity to present new documents and state their case, with officials providing receipts for submissions.
• CJI Suryakant criticized the ECI for using WhatsApp for official instructions, stating that a proper circular must be issued, emphasizing that 'Government cannot run on WhatsApp'.

Why It Matters: Supreme Court mandates transparency and public disclosure of 1.25 crore voter discrepancies in West Bengal SIR.