Opposition Leaders File Petition on Voter Deletions in Supreme Court
Opposition leaders, including Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge, have filed a petition in the Supreme Court challenging the Election Commission of India's (ECI) Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. The petition raises concerns about the deletion of 130 million names and the alleged unilateral actions of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. It seeks a review of ECI's decisions to ensure the constitutional guarantee of universal adult suffrage. The petition also highlights issues such as bulk objections, the use of forged names, and inadequate notice for voters. Despite noting defects in the filing, the Opposition aims to protect the integrity of the electoral process and ensure transparency in the electoral roll database management.
Published 1 day ago • 12 Oct 2026, 10:23 PM IST