Bihar Man Who Alleged Name Deletion in Voter’s List Retracts Claim
In a surprising turn of events, Aman Kumar, a resident of Bihar, who had recently sparked a controversy by alleging that the ongoing special intensive revision (SIR) drive was designed to delete the names of “uneducated poor” from the electoral rolls, has retracted his claim. The controversy surrounding Aman’s allegations had raised concerns about the credibility of the electoral process in the state.
Aman’s retraction came days after he had made the allegations in the presence of Congress leader Rahul Gandhi. During the event, Aman had claimed that the SIR drive was aimed at disenfranchising the poor and uneducated sections of society. His statements had sparked widespread outrage, with many questioning the motives behind the alleged move.
However, in a sudden reversal, Aman took to social media to retract his claims. In a Twitter post, Aman said, “My name is in the voter’s list. I made the comments due to a lack of proper information.” This sudden about-face has left many wondering what prompted Aman to change his stance.
The SIR drive, which was launched by the Election Commission of India (ECI) to update the electoral rolls, has been underway in several states, including Bihar. The drive aims to ensure that the electoral rolls are accurate and up-to-date, and that no eligible voter is left out.
Aman’s initial allegations had sparked concerns about the transparency and fairness of the electoral process in Bihar. Many had expressed skepticism about the motives behind the alleged move to delete names from the electoral rolls, with some even suggesting that it was a ploy to rig the upcoming elections.
The controversy surrounding Aman’s allegations had also raised questions about the role of political parties in the SIR drive. Some had accused the ruling party of trying to manipulate the electoral rolls to its advantage, while others had claimed that the opposition party was trying to use the controversy to its advantage.
However, with Aman’s retraction, the controversy appears to have died down. The Election Commission of India has also clarified that the SIR drive is a transparent and fair process, and that no effort is being made to delete the names of eligible voters from the electoral rolls.
The retraction of Aman’s allegations has also brought to light the importance of verifying information before making public statements. In an era where misinformation and disinformation can spread quickly, it is essential to ensure that the information being disseminated is accurate and credible.
The controversy surrounding Aman’s allegations has also highlighted the need for greater transparency and accountability in the electoral process. The Election Commission of India and political parties must work together to ensure that the electoral process is fair, transparent, and credible.
In conclusion, Aman’s retraction of his allegations has brought an end to the controversy surrounding the SIR drive in Bihar. While the controversy may have sparked concerns about the electoral process, it has also highlighted the importance of verifying information and promoting transparency and accountability in the electoral process.
Source: https://x.com/amitmalviya/status/1958887540594790781
