The Supreme Court has commenced hearings regarding an emotional challenge related to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter lists in West Bengal. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee personally addressed the bench, alleging that numerous voters' names were improperly removed ahead of the elections. The bench, led by the Chief Justice, considered multiple petitions, including one filed by the West Bengal government, which raised concerns about irregularities, time constraints, and the execution of the SIR process.
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The court noted that the entire process is bound by a strict timeline, which has already been extended by ten days, leaving only four days remaining. The Chief Justice remarked, "We cannot grant another week," emphasizing that "every issue has a solution to ensure no innocent citizen is deprived." Senior advocate Shyam Diwan, representing the petitioners, highlighted significant challenges within the process. He presented data indicating that 3.2 million voters have been marked as 'invalid,' with 13.6 million entries—approximately 20% of voters—flagged for logical discrepancies, and nearly 6.3 million cases still pending hearing.
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He also questioned the appointment of 8,300 micro observers, arguing that they lack legal recognition and are rejecting valid documents such as Aadhaar, residence certificates, and caste certificates. Addressing communication concerns, the Chief Justice stated that the list is not the only means of notification, as personal notices are also being issued.
Senior advocate Rakesh Dwivedi, representing the Election Commission of India (ECI), explained that all notices include reasons and allow voters to act through authorized agents. He defended the appointment of micro observers, stating that the state government failed to provide sufficient Group B/Category II officers despite repeated requests, leaving the commission with no alternative.
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