The Election Commission of India (ECI) sought to dispel reports of internal differences, stressing that all decisions on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls were taken unanimously. In a detailed press note, the Commission addressed concerns over voter enrolment forms, ECINET access, and missing voters in Goa.
Dissent within the poll panel over electoral roll revision raises concerns about the functioning of a constitutional body entrusted with ensuring free and fair elections
CEC Gyanesh Kumar said India's electoral process is among the world's most transparent, with verification at every stage. He urged Booth Level Officers to maintain accurate electoral rolls and encouraged youth to strengthen democratic awareness through Electoral Literacy Clubs and ECINET
US President Donald Trump has praised India’s election system while pushing for stricter electoral laws in America. He cited Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar’s remarks questioning the absence of voter ID in US polls. Trump highlighted India’s 646 million voters, nearly all using photo identification, and urged passage of the SAVE America Act mandating proof of citizenship, voter ID, and limiting mail-in ballots.
Opposition MPs have moved notices in Parliament seeking the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, alleging bias, disenfranchisement through the SIR exercise, and lack of independence. The move comes amid rising political tensions over electoral processes
Opposition MPs have collected signatures to submit a notice seeking the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar in both Houses of Parliament. Around 180 MPs have signed the notice amid allegations that the poll panel favoured the ruling BJP
Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar said a decision on holding single-phase Assembly polls in Tamil Nadu will be taken after reviewing all factors. He praised the Special Intensive Revision and assured better facilities, transparency and youth participation in the forthcoming elections
