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India's 'Cockroach' Movement Targets Election Chief Amid Heavy Crackdown

The youth-led 'Cockroach' movement has escalated protests in India, demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over controversial voter roll revisions. While the government maintains the changes remove ineligible voters, critics accuse the process of disenfranchising millions to favor the ruling party. Heavy police crackdowns in Delhi and Mumbai have intensified tensions, with opposition leaders calling the situation a threat to democratic legitimacy.

via aljazeera.com|

#cockroach-janta-party #election-commission #gyanesh-kumar

politics7 days ago•10 min saved

Election Commission Defends SIR Process, Announces Voter Outreach Measures Amid Political Row

The Election Commission of India (ECI) issued a detailed press note on September 26, 2026, asserting that its Special Intensive Revision (SIR) schedules were approved unanimously by all three commissioners. The statement aimed to counter allegations from the Congress party and opposition that internal dissent existed within the poll body. The ECI also announced new measures to assist voters, including home visits by Booth Level Officers and extended deadlines for claims in Delhi and Maharashtra. While the BJP hailed the clarification as definitive, the Congress dismissed it as insufficient and maintained its demand for the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.

via Republic World|

#bjp #congress #election-commission-of-india

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Election Commission's Unanimity Claim Sparks New Political Clash Over Voter Roll Disputes

The Election Commission (EC) issued a press note on September 26 asserting that all Special Intensive Revision (SIR) decisions were unanimous and that Form 6 changes were upheld by the Supreme Court. While the BJP and its allies accepted this as a final clarification, the Congress rejected it as insufficient, listing unresolved issues regarding voter disenfranchisement and demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.

via The Tribune|

#congress #election-commission #form-6

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Election Commission Clarifies Unanimous SIR Decisions Amid Opposition Impeachment Threats

The Election Commission of India (ECI) issued a detailed clarification on September 26, 2026, asserting that all decisions regarding the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls were taken unanimously by the full commission. This statement followed a media report alleging that two Election Commissioners had raised objections to Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The BJP hailed the clarification as proof of institutional integrity, while the Congress signaled potential impeachment proceedings against Kumar.

via The Times of India|

#bjp #congress #election-commission-of-india

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Election Commission clarifies internal dispute over voter roll system, promises transparency reforms

The Election Commission (EC) held a full commission meeting on September 26 to address allegations of internal dissent regarding the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter rolls. The EC clarified that letters sent by Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi to the Cabinet Secretary concerned the functioning of a deputed officer, not policy matters. The body announced that agendas will be circulated in advance, minutes will be issued, and an independent committee will review the ECINet system to ensure compliance with statutory powers.

via Hindustan Times|

#ecinet #election-commission #gyanesh-kumar

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Election Commission Reaffirms Unanimous SIR Decisions Amid Internal Dissent Row

The Election Commission (EC) of India issued a detailed statement on September 26, 2026, asserting that all decisions regarding the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls were approved unanimously by its three members. This clarification follows reports of dissent between Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi. The EC confirmed that the Supreme Court upheld the SIR order and Form 6 changes, while announcing new transparency measures, including advance circulation of meeting agendas and publication of minutes. The body also extended deadlines for claim filing in Delhi and Maharashtra and addressed procedural issues in Goa and ECINet access.

via Deccan Herald|

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