Controversy Over Voter List Revision in Bihar

A major political controversy has erupted in Bihar over the large-scale voter list revision announced by the Election Commission. Opposition parties allege that the move could lead to the removal of millions of voters, especially from marginalized and minority communities, sparking intense political tensions across the state.

Opposition leaders claim that the documentation and proof required for the revision process are difficult for rural and economically weaker sections to provide. They argue that this is a deliberate attempt to disenfranchise certain sections of society.

In the state capital, Patna, opposition parties staged massive protests. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav, and other opposition figures termed the revision a “direct attack on democracy.” Several leaders and party workers were detained by police during the protests, further intensifying the situation.

The Election Commission, however, maintains that the process is entirely transparent and legal, aimed only at updating the voter list to prevent fraudulent voting and eliminate duplicate entries. Officials assured that no eligible voter would be removed without valid justification.

Political analysts believe the controversy could influence upcoming Assembly and Lok Sabha elections. While the opposition plans to take the matter to the national stage, the ruling party has dismissed the issue as a political ploy to heat up the pre-election environment.