Supreme Court Seeks Data on Appeals Against Electoral Roll Deletions in West Bengal

On a recent hearing, the Supreme Court directed the Election Commission of India (ECI) to furnish comprehensive data on appeals filed against the deletion of names from the electoral rolls in West Bengal. The court requested information on the number of appeals, the grounds cited by voters, and the outcomes of these challenges. This move follows growing concerns over the accuracy of electoral rolls and the potential disenfranchisement of voters. The ECI is expected to comply with the order within a stipulated timeframe, and the data will inform the court’s review of the roll management process.