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EC Clarifies SIR Operations Had Full Approval Amidst Unilateral Decision Allegations!
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News18•26-09-2026, 21:17
EC Clarifies SIR Operations Had Full Approval Amidst Unilateral Decision Allegations!
- •The Election Commission reiterated that all decisions related to SIR were taken with the full approval of the Election Commissioners.
- •The EC clarified that allegations of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar making unilateral decisions were unfounded.
- •Rahul Gandhi accused PM Modi and Amit Shah of destroying the country's democratic structure, calling those who destroy franchise traitors.
- •Abhijit Deepke, founder of Cockroach Janata Party, warned of nationwide protests if Gyanesh Kumar doesn't resign within 48 hours.
- •The EC stated that SIR-related orders in 30 states and union territories were issued with the unanimous approval of the commissioners.
Key Questions Answered
The Election Commission clarified that all decisions concerning the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls were taken with the unanimous consent and full approval of all the Election Commissioners.
Voters receiving notices due to name discrepancies during SIR operations generally do not need to appear in person before the Electoral Registration Officer. Booth Level Officers will visit homes to collect documents, and inquiries will prioritize online methods.
Indian passports continue to be included among the 12 valid supporting documents required by voters to prove their eligibility and establish identity during the ongoing special intensive revision of electoral rolls.
