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SIR controversy: EC says agendas will be shared ahead of meetings, minutes to be issued

Gyanesh Kumar CEC Row news: The Election Commission announced its decision regarding the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls on Saturday. All meetings will now have agendas circulated in advance, and minutes will be published post-meeting. Unanimous approval was given for the nationwide exercise, which has also been upheld by…

The Economic Times · Sep 26

Only CJP can remove CEC Gyanesh Kumar, says TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee

TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee on Saturday told a vernacular news channel that only the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) can remove CEC Gyanesh Kumar if it posed a serious challenge. He said CJP's focused approach could help it achieve results quickly. Banerjee spoke about efforts by opposition parties to protest against…

The Economic Times · Sep 26

Aaditya Thackeray backs CJP's call for protests from Oct 2 if CEC Gyanesh Kumar does not quit

Aaditya Thackeray endorsed a protest against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar if he does not resign. The Cockroach Janta Party aims to mobilize significant public opposition starting October 2. They are concerned about the exclusion of over 13 crore names from electoral rolls across the country.

The Economic Times · Sep 26

INDIA bloc parties likely to meet on September 30 to discuss EC related concerns: Report

Parties from the India bloc plan to meet in Delhi on September 30 to address various issues. Rising tensions surrounding the Election Commission and the Special Intensive Revision have prompted protests across several states. Demonstrations have been reported in regions such as Jammu and Kashmir, Assam, and Uttar Pradesh, among…

The Economic Times · Sep 26

"Vote theft is theft of democracy": Congress' Rakesh Sinha backs SC plea seeking SIT probe against CEC amid SIR row

Congress leader Rakesh Sinha has filed a plea in the Supreme Court against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. This plea raises serious concerns over alleged irregularities in the electoral process and claims crores of voters were deprived of their rights. The opposition has intensified its criticism of the Election Commission…

The Economic Times · Sep 26

'Voices are rising from within EC': Pawan Khera says CEC 'safety lies in resigning' amid SIT row

Congress leader Pawan Khera has called for the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar amidst ongoing electoral controversies. A Supreme Court plea has been filed seeking an investigation into Kumar's alleged unilateral decision-making in the Election Commission. Opposition parties have expressed concerns over electoral transparency and have demanded accountability…

The Economic Times · Sep 26

'Without facts or official statement': BJP's Anurag Thakur dismisses Opposition's criticism of CEC

BJP leader Anurag Thakur on Saturday defended Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar amid controversy over the Election Commission’s handling of electoral-roll revision. Thakur said poll panel decisions were unanimous or taken by majority and accused Opposition parties of blaming the ECI after electoral defeats. The row follows reports of internal…

The Economic Times · Sep 26

'EC lost its credibility': Pinarayi Vijayan says CEC turning 'personal views into decisions', warns protests will intensify

"The Election Commission has lost its credibility. The Commission is being questioned in a manner never seen before. The information that has come out is not befitting a democracy. The Chief Election Commissioner is turning his personal views into decisions and adopting one-sided positions. Protests against this will intensify," Vijayan…

The Economic Times · Sep 26

Congress accuses CEC of law violation over Form 6 changes, urges SC to hold him accountable

Congress party officials allege that Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar broke laws regarding voter enrollment forms. They claim he unlawfully altered Form 6, creating obstacles for young voters who wish to register. The party requested the Supreme Court to hold Kumar accountable for these alleged violations of law and constitution.…

The Economic Times · Sep 26

"Resign and face action": Oppn escalates attack on CEC over EC dissent report; BJP calls it "false allegations"

A significant political clash is brewing between the BJP and various opposition factions concerning the Election Commission of India. Accusations of turmoil within the Commission are leading to rising calls for the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Opposition groups, notably Congress and Samajwadi Party, allege that the Commission…

The Economic Times · Sep 26