The Election Commission of India's recent meeting partially addressed concerns raised by two commissioners regarding unilateral decision-making on voter rolls and registration. While the issued note makes welcome changes, significant issues remain. The author criticizes Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar's opaque functioning and the ECI's silence on crucial matters, including controversial official conduct and unauthorized actions. The article stresses the imperative for the ECI to disclose more information, correct its course, and restore public trust. A weakened ECI is alarming amid increasing political polarization, emphasizing the need for robust checks and balances to preserve democratic integrity.