Voter List Update: Tribunal Appeals Require Aadhaar, Voter Card Match

• Supreme Court directive leads to freezing of SIR voter list's first phase, impacting 60 lakh under-trial voters.
• Election Commission published final SIR list after multiple phases, settling 8.28 lakh voters in Malda district.
• 2.39 lakh voters excluded from Malda list can appeal to Tribunal; Bangla Sahayata Kendras assist with online applications.
• Data Entry Operator Somnath Roy clarifies: Aadhaar card, voter card, and Aadhaar-linked mobile number are essential.
• Crucially, name and information on Aadhaar and voter card must be identical; mismatches prevent online application.

Key Questions Answered

How will excluded voters get their names on the list?

Excluded voters can apply through special tribunals, either online via voter.eci.gov.in or offline at the DM or SDO offices.

What documents are essential for voter list appeals?

For voter list appeals, applicants must provide their EPIC (Electors Photo Identity Card) number.

Will the Tribunal process resolve all voter issues?

The Tribunal process aims to expedite the resolution of pending applications and complaints regarding voter list corrections.