Electoral Integrity in Crisis: Parties Demand Voter Roll Overhaul

Political parties, including the BJP, TMC, and BJD, approached the Election Commission to address discrepancies in voter rolls. Allegations of duplicate voters, cloned Aadhaar cards, and irregular registrations have prompted demands for an audit of electoral processes. The EC invited suggestions to strengthen the electoral system and ensure transparency.

Delegations from the BJP, TMC, and BJD independently approached the Election Commission (EC) on Tuesday, citing concerns over discrepancies in voter rolls. Each party has demanded actions to address these issues.

The BJP alleged over 13 lakh duplicate voters in West Bengal and called for a comprehensive audit of voter rolls. Meanwhile, the TMC accused the ruling party of involvement in cloning Aadhaar cards for fraudulent voter registration. The BJD pushed for an independent audit and citizen monitoring of the electoral process in response to widespread allegations.

The issue gained prominence after opposition parties raised it in Parliament, urging for discussions. In response, the EC has invited suggestions from political parties to address unresolved issues and pledged a three-month resolution plan. Amid these developments, questions still linger about the transparency and integrity of India's electoral process.