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Election Commission Faces Criticism After 20.57 Lakh Names Deleted in Odisha SIR List
✍️ Kanak News Odisha
🗓 25 Sep 2026, 02:33 AM
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The Election Commission has come under scrutiny after 20.57 lakh entries were removed from the SIR database in Odisha, prompting political and public criticism.
The Election Commission of India has been criticised following the deletion of 20.57 lakh names from the SIR (Statewise Integrated Register) database in Odisha. The large-scale removal was reported by Kanak News Odisha and has raised concerns among political parties and civil society groups about the transparency of the electoral roll management process.
Stakeholders questioned the criteria and timing of the deletions, arguing that such a massive alteration could affect voter eligibility ahead of upcoming elections. The commission, however, has not released a detailed explanation for the action, fueling further speculation.
Observers note that the incident underscores the need for clearer guidelines and stronger oversight mechanisms to ensure that electoral rolls remain accurate and free from arbitrary changes. The commission is expected to address the issue in forthcoming briefings, but no official response has been recorded as of now.
Stakeholders questioned the criteria and timing of the deletions, arguing that such a massive alteration could affect voter eligibility ahead of upcoming elections. The commission, however, has not released a detailed explanation for the action, fueling further speculation.
Observers note that the incident underscores the need for clearer guidelines and stronger oversight mechanisms to ensure that electoral rolls remain accurate and free from arbitrary changes. The commission is expected to address the issue in forthcoming briefings, but no official response has been recorded as of now.