The Election Commission (EC) has found that over 65 lakh voters have been excluded from the draft list of voters in Bihar, which has raised alarm ahead of elections. EC officials said this number consists of deletions for deaths or duplication as well as missing names picked up during door-to-door verification. The largest number of exclusions was seen in the district of Patna, and this has raised concerns about the credibility of the draft roll.
Missing entries in districts
While Patna was at the top — more than 7 lakh deletions were reported there — Muzaffarpur, Gaya, and Bhagalpur follow close on its heels. A combination of outdated information, migration, and clerical errors has resulted in such discrepancies. Many were shocked when they found that their names had been deleted, especially those who had exercised their franchise in the recent elections.
Electoral officials provide technical and procedural explanations.
Election officials explained that the list at hand is a draft and part of a normal revision exercise. The exercise entails a check on all entries and the deletion of dead voters, those who have changed their residence or those who had duplicate entries. This is not new during draft roll revisions. “Voters have time to file claims and objections,” an EC officer explained.
Public awareness starts to correct the voter list
In an effort to solve the problem, the Election Commission has initiated a large-scale awareness and correction campaign. Voters are advised to verify their names on the voter list by visiting official websites, help lines, or going to local electoral registration offices. Special camps will be organized across Bihar to enable citizens to re-register themselves or update their information.
Political reactions and concerns
The opposition parties in Bihar have condemned the mass exclusions, charging negligence and even bias on the part of the process. Some of the leaders alleged that some communities and regions were hit disproportionately. The EC has countered this by promising complete transparency and stating that it is open to any formal complaint or appeal through proper channels.
What voters can do next
The last date for filing claims and objections is mid-August, and the final list will then be released. Authorities request all voters who are eligible to ensure that they are included to prevent any inconvenience at the time of elections. With the Lok Sabha polls planned for next year, the correction of these records has been viewed as imperative for fair and inclusive elections.
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