Supreme Court to Resolve 60 Lakh Voter Claims in West Bengal on April 6, 2026
West Bengal SIR: 60 lakh claims of those deleted from voters' list to be decided on Monday, says Supreme Court
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The Supreme Court of India announced that approximately 60 lakh claims and objections from voters removed from the electoral rolls in West Bengal will be resolved on April 6, 2026. The court emphasized the continued deployment of central forces to ensure safety during this process, amid concerns over disruptions faced by judicial officers.
- 01The Supreme Court is set to decide on 60 lakh voter claims in West Bengal.
- 02Over 59.15 lakh objections have already been addressed by judicial officers.
- 03Central forces will remain deployed due to past incidents affecting the electoral process.
- 04A three-member panel will be established to create uniform procedures for appellate tribunals.
- 05The Election Commission of India aims to publish a supplementary electoral roll on the same day.
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On April 6, 2026, the Supreme Court of India will address around 60 lakh claims and objections from voters removed from the electoral rolls in West Bengal during the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR). As of noon on the same day, judicial officers had resolved over 59.15 lakh objections. The Chief Justice of the Calcutta High Court reported disruptions faced by officers, particularly in Malda district, but noted that approximately eight lakh cases had been processed. The court decided that central forces would remain in West Bengal to maintain order, citing concerns over safety and past incidents. The Election Commission of India (ECI) plans to publish a supplementary electoral roll later that night. A three-member panel of former senior judges will be formed to develop uniform procedures for the appellate tribunals, which are still not fully operational. The court emphasized the importance of ensuring a fair electoral process and the need for the ECI to facilitate greater electoral participation.
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This decision will significantly affect voter participation in West Bengal, allowing many individuals to potentially regain their voting rights.
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