The Trinamool Congress (TMC) is preparing to move a motion along with opposition parties seeking the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The move comes amid allegations of irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls conducted in West Bengal ahead of the upcoming elections.
According to TMC leaders, the SIR process has led to the deletion of a significant number of voter names from the electoral rolls. The party claims that the exercise was carried out in a manner that could negatively affect its traditional voter base. TMC has accused the Election Commission of India of allowing procedural lapses and failing to ensure transparency during the revision process.
Party leaders argue that because West Bengal is heading toward crucial elections, any irregularity in voter list revision could have a direct impact on the democratic process. They allege that under the guise of the SIR exercise, legitimate voters may have been removed, which could potentially reduce the voting strength of certain communities that traditionally support the party.
In response, opposition parties are reportedly considering bringing a formal motion demanding accountability and seeking the removal of the Chief Election Commissioner. The Election Commission, however, maintains that the voter roll revision is a routine administrative exercise aimed at ensuring accurate and updated electoral records.
The controversy has intensified political tensions ahead of the polls in West Bengal.