Supreme Court Mandates Transparency in Voter List 'Logical Discrepancies'

The Supreme Court directed the Election Commission to display the 'logical discrepancies' list at gram panchayat and block offices in West Bengal, impacting 1.25 crore voters. The discrepancy involves mismatches in parent names and unusual age differences. Affected voters can submit documentation and objections to a designated office.

The Supreme Court has ordered the Election Commission to publicly display the names of individuals on the 'logical discrepancies' list at gram panchayat bhavans, block offices of talukas, and ward offices across West Bengal.

This decision impacts approximately 1.25 crore voters who appear on the list due to mismatches in parent names and inconsistencies in age differences. These discrepancies link back to the 2002 voter list.

A bench led by Chief Justice Surya Kant emphasized the importance of addressing these discrepancies during the ongoing Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. Voters who may be affected are encouraged to submit documentation or objections at designated offices, while the state government has been instructed to provide necessary support to ensure smooth implementation.

(With inputs from agencies.)