Bihar Electoral Roll Controversy
Protests erupt in Parliament over the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Bihar, with concerns about disenfranchisement of over 61 lakh voters.
Why This Matters
Electoral integrity and the inclusion of voters in the democratic process are crucial topics, driving political engagement and public interest in representation.
Public Sentiment Summary
Public sentiment surrounding the Bihar Electoral Roll Controversy is predominantly negative, marked by widespread frustration and distrust toward the Election Commission of India (ECI) and the government. Many comments highlight feelings of disenfranchisement among voters, particularly among the poorer and less educated demographics, and express skepticism about political biases and media representation. There is a strong call for accountability and a fair electoral process, reflecting deep concerns about the integrity of democracy in Bihar.
Highlighted Comments
Electoral integrity is paramount, and the commission's actions are seen as undermining democracy.
Shame on ECI. Shame Shame.
Election Commission has lost all credibility.
हम तानाशाही की तरफ बढ़ रहे हैं और कमल की बात तो यह हैं कि एक बहुत बड़े पैमाने पर ऐसे लोग हैं जिन्हें या तो इससे फरक नहीं पड़ता या तो वे चाहते ही यही हैं।
Voting right is only for Citizens of Bharat, so isn't it responsibility of Election Commission to ensure that only Indian citizens are allowed to vote not some Bangladeshi or Rohingya infiltrators.
Parties Involved
- Election Commission of India (ECI)
- Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)
- Opposition parties
What the people want
Election Commission of India: Restore credibility by ensuring fairness in the electoral process and protecting voters' rights.
Bharatiya Janata Party: Take immediate action to address public concerns about electoral integrity and transparency.
Opposition parties: Hold the ruling party accountable for any discrepancies in the electoral process and advocate for voter rights.