Omar Abdullah Warns Against Voter Deletion Threatening Democracy
Deletion under SIR, not EVMs pose serious threat to democracy: Omar Abdullah
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Omar Abdullah, Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, raised alarms about potential voter deletions during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process by the Election Commission of India. He emphasized that this issue poses a significant threat to democracy, urging for the protection of every vote.
- 01Omar Abdullah highlighted concerns over voter deletion during the SIR process.
- 02He stated that the focus should not be on Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs), but on voter deletions.
- 03Abdullah described voter deletion as a serious threat to democracy.
- 04He called for the protection of every vote in the electoral process.
- 05The comments were made on May 1, 2026.
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On May 1, 2026, Omar Abdullah, the Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, expressed serious concerns regarding the deletion of voters during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) conducted by the Election Commission of India. He emphasized that the current focus should not be on Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs), but rather on the implications of voter deletions, which he believes could undermine democratic processes. Abdullah stated, 'If true, it’s a serious threat to democracy,' urging the need to protect every vote to ensure fair elections. His remarks reflect growing apprehension about the integrity of the electoral process in the country.
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Abdullah's concerns highlight the need for transparency in the electoral process, which could affect voter confidence and participation in Jammu and Kashmir.
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