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The Election Commission revealed surprisingly low numbers of formal claims from political parties regarding Bihar's voter lists. While opposition parties have loudly alleged voter list manipulation, only 117 official objections came from all political parties combined. In stark contrast, individual voters submitted over 211,000 claims and objections during the same period. The data shows CPI(ML) Liberation was the most active party with 108 claims, while major national parties filed zero formal objections.

Key Points: ECI Reveals Only 117 Claims from Political Parties in Bihar Voter List

  • CPI(ML) Liberation filed 108 of the 117 total party claims
  • RJD submitted only nine objections during the August review period
  • Six national parties including BJP and Congress filed zero claims
  • Individual voters submitted over 211,000 claims and objections directly
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Only 117 claims, objections received from political parties in Bihar: ECI

ECI data shows just 117 claims from political parties vs 212,000 from individual voters in Bihar, despite opposition allegations of voter list manipulation.

"Generic complaints, without the prescribed forms, are not counted as valid claims or objections - Election Commission of India"

New Delhi, Aug 29

Despite repeated allegations of "vote theft" and "voter list manipulation" from the opposition parties, the Election Commission of India (ECI) on Friday revealed that only 117 claims and objections were received from political parties during the period from August 1-29.

This contrasts sharply with the nearly 2,12,000 claims and objections submitted directly by electors.

The ECI's latest bulletin, dated August 29, shows that out of 117 claims and objections submitted by political parties, a significant majority (108) came from the Communist Party of India (Marxist-Leninist) (Liberation) alone.

The Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) filed nine objections, while all six recognised national parties, including the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP), Communist Party of India (Marxist), Indian National Congress (INC), and the National People's Party, filed a total of zero claims and objections.

This data was released amid ongoing criticism from opposition parties like the Congress and RJD, who have alleged that the SIR process is a "conspiracy" to steal votes and disenfranchise eligible citizens. The SIR began on June 24 with the draft electoral roll published on August 1.

The period for filing claims and objections is set to end on September 1, with just three days left for submissions.

The ECI stated that generic complaints, without the prescribed forms, are not counted as valid claims or objections.

The bulletin also provided additional data, noting that the Election Registration Officer (ERO) received zero claims from any person other than electors of a specific Assembly Constituency, as per Section 2(g) of the Representation of the People Act, 1950.

Furthermore, a total of 2,11,650 claims and objections were received directly from individual electors to address the inclusion of eligible voters and the exclusion of ineligible ones. The ECI also recorded 11,36,565 forms from new electors who have attained 18 years of age or above.

The ECI emphasised that no name can be deleted from the draft list without a speaking order from the ERO/AERO after a proper inquiry.

Aggrieved persons can submit their claims in Form 6 along with a copy of their Aadhaar card before the deadline.

- IANS

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Priya S
As a Bihar voter, I appreciate that common people are taking responsibility while political parties are busy playing blame games. We filed our objections properly through Form 6 with Aadhaar. Democracy works when citizens participate! 🇮🇳
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Aman W
Respect to CPI(ML) for actually doing the ground work with 108 objections. At least someone is taking voter list issues seriously instead of just giving speeches.
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Sarah B
The data shows a clear disconnect between political rhetoric and actual action. If parties were genuinely concerned about voter list integrity, they would have submitted proper documentation instead of making vague allegations.
Kavya N
ECI should make the process more accessible to political parties too. Maybe they need better awareness about the proper forms and procedures. But still, zero from national parties is embarrassing for them.
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Vikram M
Typical political drama in Bihar! Parties cry foul but don't follow due process. Meanwhile, 2.11 lakh common people did their civic duty properly. This is why we need more educated voters and less political noise.

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