SIR woes continue on the last day of hearing in West Bengal
Allegations of death and harassment during a voter registration process raise serious concerns.
Trinamool Congress leaders have criticized the Election Commission of India (ECI) for its handling of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process in West Bengal, highlighting reports of tragedies and alleged hooliganism at hearing centers. The party claims that people were harassed and forced to travel long distances, leading to tragic incidents like the death of a teacher and his child due to an accident while attending a SIR hearing. Trinamool Congress leader Mamata Banerjee has also raised concerns about the process, arguing against it before the Supreme Court. The final voter list is expected to be published by February 14th, with elections in West Bengal anticipated within the next few months.
16 FEB 2026
— The Hindu
The Election Commission of India suspended seven assistant electoral registration officers in West Bengal for misconduct and misuse of statutory powers.
— The Hindu
The Trinamool Congress accuses the Election Commission of violating a Supreme Court order by rejecting financial assistance documents for SIR hearings.
18 FEB 2026
— The Hindu
TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee accuses the Election Commission of India of violating Supreme Court directives by issuing instructions through WhatsApp during the Special Identification Roll exercise.
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