Congress Moves Supreme Court Against CEC Gyanesh Over Form 6 Changes

The Indian National Congress on Tuesday approached the Supreme Court, seeking suo motu cognizance of alleged misconduct by Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over recent changes to Form 6, the application for new voter registration. The plea comes amid a broader dispute over the Election Commission's handling of electoral rolls.

The controversy escalated after the Election Commission directed officials to organize special enrolment camps for young voters and give them wide publicity through social media. The Congress argues that these changes could disenfranchise legitimate voters and has demanded judicial intervention. The party's legal move cites procedural irregularities and a lack of transparency in the commission's decision-making process.

The Supreme Court's response will be closely watched, as it could set a precedent for judicial oversight of the Election Commission's administrative actions. If the court takes up the matter, it may impact the timeline for upcoming elections and intensify the political battle over voter enrolment ahead of key state polls. The Election Commission has not yet issued a formal response to the Congress's plea.