Bihar Electoral Roll Under Scrutiny: Tejashwi Yadav’s Claim and the Election Commission’s Response

Bihar’s upcoming Assembly elections have brought attention to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral roll. Allegations of inaccuracies in the voter list have emerged, including the inclusion of deceased individuals and the exclusion of living citizens. Tejashwi Yadav, the RJD’s CM candidate, has claimed his name is absent from the draft voter list. The Patna district administration countered by stating that Yadav is registered, but his polling station and serial number have been changed. Yadav has expressed concern, suggesting potential irregularities. JDU has responded critically, accusing Yadav of political tactics. The Election Commission has refuted Yadav’s statement, clarifying that his name is included in the draft electoral roll. The SIR process, aimed at verifying voter details, is currently underway, with the public and political parties able to raise objections. This ongoing situation is creating heightened political tension in the state.