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Election Commission Under Spotlight ! Reported Internal Objections Add New Twist to SIR Controversy
New Delhi: A fresh political storm has erupted over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, with reports of internal objections within the Election Commission adding a new twist to an already heated debate. The controversy intensified after reports emerged that Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi had raised written objections over several decisions taken by the poll panel, with reports stating that the two commissioners recorded at least 14 written objections over a period of 10 months on issues including the addition, deletion and restoration of voters’ names, changes related to Form-6 and voter data management.
The developments have triggered sharp reactions from Opposition parties, who have questioned the transparency and decision-making process surrounding SIR and have demanded the resignation or removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
Opposition leaders have argued that such a sensitive exercise, which directly concerns electoral rolls and voters’ rights, requires greater clarity and transparency, while also raising questions over reported differences within the Commission.
The issue has further intensified the political confrontation, with Opposition leaders seeking answers over the objections reportedly raised by the two Election Commissioners. Meanwhile, the Election Commission has maintained that written notes, suggestions and differing views are a normal part of its decision-making process, and has stated that key decisions concerning SIR were taken with the participation and approval of the full Commission.
The ruling side has also rejected the Opposition’s allegations, describing them as politically motivated. With the Opposition demanding accountability and the Election Commission defending its decision-making process, the SIR controversy has now become a major political flashpoint, putting the spotlight on electoral-roll revision, internal deliberations within the poll panel and the competing claims being made by the political sides.
The focus now remains on how the Election Commission responds to the concerns being raised and what further developments emerge in the ongoing SIR-related dispute.
