Rajasthan SIR: Bulk Form 7 applications for voter name deletion surface in Barmer; BJP BLAs deny filing them
In the Barmer district of Rajasthan, hundreds of Form 7 applications seeking the deletion of names from electoral rolls have surfaced. BJP workers in the villages of Janpaliya and Harpaliya claim they never filed these forms despite being named as applicants. The applications were reportedly collected by Booth Level Officers (BLOs) who received them through WhatsApp groups, leading to confusion and outrage among voters. The Election Commission of India has promised action based on EC guidelines. Voters in the affected villages are concerned about potential voter suppression and demand an inquiry into the situation.
2 FEB 2026
— The Hindu
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Hundreds of Form 7 applications for voter name deletion in Barmer, Rajasthan, have surfaced, prompting confusion and outrage among voters.
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