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Opposition Allegations on Voter List Purge Dismissed by Election Body

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September 23, 2026
06:40 AM
Opposition Allegations on Voter List Purge Dismissed by Election Body

Opposition parties have renewed criticism of the Election Commission, accusing it of using the Special Index of Revision to manipulate voter lists in favour of the ruling party. They argue that the SIR process could lead to the removal of eligible voters and the addition of new entries without transparent justification. The commission responded by rejecting these claims, stating that the SIR is intended solely to improve the accuracy and reliability of electoral rolls. A spokesperson emphasized that the procedure is guided by strict legal frameworks and that any changes are subject to verification and public scrutiny.

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