In a significant development concerning the integrity of the electoral process in West Bengal, the Supreme Court of India was informed on Monday that substantial progress has been made in the Special Intensive Revision of the state’s electoral rolls. Out of approximately 60 lakh objections filed, 47 lakh have been successfully addressed as of March 31.
The matter is being heard by a Bench comprising Justice Surya Kant, Justice Joymalya Bagchi, and Justice Vipul M. Pancholi. The Bench received an optimistic update from the Chief Justice of the Calcutta High Court regarding the disposal of claims and objections.
Background and Current Progress
The proceedings stem from pleas raised regarding the accuracy and verification of voter lists in West Bengal. To ensure a transparent and error-free electoral roll, a Special Intensive Revision was initiated.
The High Court reported that the verification process has reached a “significant milestone.” The administrative machinery is currently processing between 1.75 lakh and 2 lakh objections daily, showcasing an accelerated pace to meet upcoming electoral requirements.
Timeline for Completion
The Counsel appearing for the High Court informed the apex court that the remaining objections are on track to be resolved by April 7. This intensive exercise aims to eliminate discrepancies such as duplicate entries or the inclusion of ineligible voters, thereby maintaining the sanctity of the democratic process in the region.
The Supreme Court, while taking note of the rapid disposal rate, will continue to monitor the proceedings to ensure the April 7 deadline is met and the final electoral rolls are robustly verified.
