BJP Slams Voter Deletion Claims as 'Baseless', Backs EC's SIR Process

BJP Telangana president N. Ramchander Rao on Tuesday rejected allegations of voter deletions during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, stating that decisions to remove names are made only after thorough field-level verification. His remarks came in response to accusations from Congress and AIMIM that the Election Commission's process is biased and aimed at disenfranchising certain communities.

Rao defended the EC's integrity, saying the SIR is a routine exercise to clean up electoral rolls and ensure accuracy. He criticized the opposition for politicizing the process, accusing them of spreading misinformation. The controversy has intensified in Telangana, with both Congress and AIMIM demanding transparency and alleging that thousands of legitimate voters, particularly from minority communities, have been removed without proper notice.

The BJP's stance underscores the escalating political battle over electoral reforms ahead of upcoming elections. While the EC has maintained that the SIR is conducted fairly, opposition parties plan to escalate protests and may seek legal recourse. The developments could impact voter confidence and set the stage for a broader national debate on electoral integrity.