Voter List Revision a Unilateral Electoral Clean-up: Tejashwi
The recent revision of Bihar’s electoral roll has sparked a heated debate in the state, with RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav questioning the motives behind the move. In a lengthy post on X, Tejashwi expressed his concerns over the unilateral and secretive electoral “clean-up” carried out by the Election Commission (EC). According to Tejashwi, the EC’s decision to conduct the revision months before the upcoming assembly elections raises more questions than answers.
Tejashwi’s post, which has gone viral on social media, highlights the lack of transparency and clarity from the EC regarding the purpose of the revision. “Every week, new orders are being issued, and no one knows what the EC intends to do,” he wrote. “Is this a clean-up exercise or a deliberate attempt to disenfranchise certain sections of society?”
The RJD leader pointed out that the EC has been revising the electoral roll without consulting the political parties or the public. “No one was informed about the revision, and no public notice was issued,” he said. “This is not an election-related activity, but a unilateral decision taken by the EC without any consultation.”
Tejashwi also criticized the EC’s decision to conduct the revision months before the assembly elections, which are scheduled to take place later this year. “Why is the EC rushing to revise the electoral roll when the elections are still several months away?” he asked. “Is this an attempt to suppress the votes of certain sections of society?”
The RJD leader also raised concerns over the potential impact of the revision on the electoral process. “What will happen to the votes of those who have not updated their Aadhaar cards or other documents?” he asked. “Will they be denied the right to vote?”
Tejashwi’s post has sparked a heated debate on social media, with many political leaders and activists questioning the motives behind the EC’s decision. Some have accused the EC of trying to rig the elections, while others have called for transparency and clarity on the purpose of the revision.
The EC, on the other hand, has defended its decision, saying that the revision is necessary to ensure the purity of the electoral roll. “The revision is being carried out to remove duplicate entries and ensure that only eligible voters are included in the electoral roll,” said a senior EC official.
However, Tejashwi’s concerns are not without merit. The revision of the electoral roll is a complex process that requires careful planning and coordination. Rushing to conduct the revision months before the elections raises questions about the EC’s preparedness and commitment to ensuring the integrity of the electoral process.
In conclusion, Tejashwi’s post has highlighted the concerns and doubts surrounding the revision of Bihar’s electoral roll. The EC needs to come clean on its intentions and provide transparency and clarity on the purpose of the revision. The people of Bihar deserve to know what is happening to their electoral roll and what the EC intends to do to ensure the integrity of the electoral process.
Source: https://x.com/yadavtejashwi/status/1940064204935110733
