US EditionAfter Giridhari, JD(U) MLA opposes ongoing SIR in Bihar
BIHAR, INDIA, JUL 24 – JD(U) MLAs oppose Bihar's Special Intensive Revision citing voter suppression concerns while the Election Commission plans to remove 6.11 million voters to maintain electoral integrity.
- Amid the Monsoon Session, Shravan Kumar questioned the Special Intensive Revision in Bihar, echoing Giridhari Yadav’s earlier criticism.
- Amid concerns over voter accuracy, the SIR launched on June 24, 2025, requires 2.9 crore of Bihar’s 7.8 crore voters to submit proof of eligibility.
- The EC audit uncovered 18 lakh deceased electors, 26 lakh migrants and 7 lakh dual entries, revealing gaps in the voter list.
- The JD issued a show-cause notice to Giridhari Yadav, who must reply within 15 days or face disciplinary action.
- Ahead of the claims period, the Draft Electoral Roll will be published on August 1, 2025, with printed and digital copies provided to all 12 political parties.
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