In West Bengal, the situation for over 23 lakh voters excluded from the electoral rolls remains precarious as the tribunals responsible for handling appeals are still non-functional. The first phase of polling is set for April 23, with the final deadline for resolving electoral issues on April 6. According to the Election Commission (EC), nearly 52 lakh out of over 60 lakh cases marked as ‘under adjudication’ have been resolved, with a 45% rejection rate leading to significant voter disenfranchisement. Despite the deadline approaching, many voters flocked to government offices to file appeals but faced obstacles, including being turned away for lacking proper documentation. The delay in establishing the necessary infrastructure for the appellate tribunals has raised concerns about whether the adjudication process can commence in time, leaving the fate of these voters uncertain.