Protests over India’s voter-roll revision

Politics · First reported 1 Nov, 05:56 · Updated 10:40

Thousands protested in New Delhi against changes to electoral rolls, while election authorities say the revision is intended to improve accuracy.

Thousands marched in New Delhi on Sunday, led by opposition politicians, to call for the election chief’s resignation over the voter-roll revision.
The Election Commission says the revision aims to remove duplicate, deceased and fraudulent entries; the opposition alleges it favours the ruling BJP, which and the commission deny.
Figures reported by Indian media and cited by opposition parties in court filings put removals at more than 133 million names; election authorities say eligible voters can apply to be included.

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Key facts

Protest location: New Delhi; marchers went to Ramlila Maidan.
Reported removals: More than 133 million names, according to figures reported by Indian media and cited by opposition parties in court filings.
Election Commission’s stated purpose: To remove duplicate, deceased and fraudulent entries and ensure accurate voter lists.
Next step for eligible voters: Election authorities say eligible voters remain entitled to apply for inclusion on the roll.