West Bengal SIR: EC appoints 4 special roll observers; additional officials to ensure electoral integrity

Sun, 11 Jan 2026 05:05:58 +0000
India

The Election Commission has appointed four additional special roll observers for West Bengal's ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls to enhance oversight. This move aims to ensure transparency and accuracy, though the revision has faced criticism from Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee over alleged deaths and undue pressure on citizens.