West Bengal Election 2026: Voter Deletions Surge in Murshidabad District
West Bengal polls 2026: Murshidabad sees highest voter deletions in Bengal roll revision; tribal belt reports lowest
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In the lead-up to the 2026 West Bengal elections, Murshidabad district has seen the highest voter deletions, with 74,775 names removed in Shamsherganj and 55,420 in Lalgola. In contrast, the tribal belt of Purulia-Jhargram reported the lowest deletions. The total electorate in West Bengal now stands at 6.7 crore.
- 01Murshidabad district recorded the highest voter deletions in West Bengal.
- 02Shamsherganj saw 74,775 deletions, while Lalgola had 55,420.
- 03Purulia-Jhargram tribal belt reported the lowest deletions.
- 04The total electorate in West Bengal is now 6.7 crore.
- 05Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has alleged targeted exclusions in the voter roll revisions.
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In West Bengal, the recent voter roll revision has led to significant deletions, particularly in Murshidabad district. Shamsherganj recorded 74,775 deletions from a total of 1,08,400 names under adjudication, while Lalgola saw 55,420 out of 99,082 removed. This is part of a broader purge affecting around 27 lakh voters, bringing the state's total electorate to 6.7 crore. Other districts, including Malda and North Dinajpur, also reported notable deletions, while the tribal belt of Purulia-Jhargram had the least impact, with only 71 deletions in Manbazar. The electoral rolls for the constituencies going to polls on April 29 were frozen, with no further changes allowed until after the elections. The Supreme Court of India is set to hear a plea regarding these deletions, raising concerns about potential targeted exclusions, particularly among the Matua community. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has voiced her concerns, while BJP leaders are assisting affected voters in seeking restoration of their names.
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The significant voter deletions could affect the electoral participation of many residents in Murshidabad and other districts, potentially altering the political landscape ahead of the elections.
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