139 Voters Cleared to Participate in West Bengal Assembly Polls
139 people cleared by tribunals after SIR exclusion allowed to vote in W.B. first phase polls
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The Election Commission of India has permitted 139 voters to cast their ballots in the first phase of the West Bengal Assembly elections following judicial tribunal approvals. A total of 657 cases related to the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls were resolved by judges overseeing these tribunals.
- 01139 voters cleared to vote in West Bengal Assembly polls
- 02Judicial tribunals resolved 657 electoral disputes
- 03Decision made by the Election Commission of India
- 04First phase of elections scheduled for April 23, 2026
- 05Chief Electoral Officer confirmed the updates
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On April 22, 2026, the Election Commission of India (ECI) announced that 139 voters will be allowed to participate in the first phase of the West Bengal Assembly elections on April 23, 2026. This decision follows the clearance of their names by judicial tribunals, which have been addressing disputes related to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. Chief Electoral Officer Manoj Kumar Agarwal reported that judges have resolved a total of 657 cases linked to these electoral disputes, ensuring that the voting process remains fair and transparent. This development is crucial for maintaining the integrity of the electoral process in West Bengal.
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This decision allows previously excluded voters to participate in the electoral process, enhancing democratic participation in the state.
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