Critical
Two ECs stand up to ask; CEC must answer, SC must not turn away
The ECI's Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls is heavily criticized. Two Election Commissioners, Sandhu and Joshi, repeatedly raised concerns about opacity, rule changes, centralization, and disregard for dissent, which the CEC ignored. The process disenfranchised vulnerable voters by shifting the burden of proof, creating a "citizenship test." The Supreme Court's reluctance to intervene more decisively is also questioned. The author demands the CEC address these critical issues, restore fair procedures, and uphold free elections as a national cornerstone.
Indian Express · Editorial · Sep 24, 2026 at 12:30 AM