Archive · 23 Jul 2025
Bihar Voter List Revision Under Scrutiny Amid Election Concerns
The government is checking the list of people who can vote in Bihar.
They are taking off about 56 lakh names.
Some people died, moved away, or were registered more than once.
Others can't be found.
Some politicians are not happy with the timing because they think it might make it harder for their supporters to vote.
The Supreme Court is looking at the issue to make sure everything is fair and that the election happens smoothly.
The Election Commission is revising Bihar's electoral rolls.
Approximately 56 lakh voters are being removed from the rolls.
Reasons for removal include death, relocation, multiple registrations, and untraceable voters.
The opposition has raised concerns about the timing of the revision, citing potential impact on their voter base.
The Supreme Court is hearing challenges to the revision and has allowed it to continue for now, with specific directives.
- Who
- The Election Commission of India and the voters of Bihar.
- What
- Special Intensive Revision of Bihar's electoral rolls.
- When
- Ongoing, with the final list scheduled for publication on September 30.
- Where
- Bihar
- Why
- To ensure an accurate and up-to-date voter list before the upcoming elections.
Opposition Concerns
Election Commission's Stance
Timing of Revision
Opposition Concerns
The timing is suspect and could impact the election.
Election Commission's Stance
The Election Commission states that the revision is a regular and constitutionally mandated exercise.
Impact on Voters
Opposition Concerns
Disproportionately affects poorer and marginalized voters who may struggle with verification.
Election Commission's Stance
EC aims for an accurate voter list with no bias.
- Total Voters Removed
- 56 lakh
- Untraceable Electors
- 1 lakh
- Deceased Electors
- 20 lakh
- Electors shifted
- 28 lakh
- Voter Forms Not Returned
- 15 lakh
- Bihar Assembly Seats
- 243
