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Suvendu Adhikari Reveals TMC Voter Fraud: Councillor's Dual ID Cards

Suvendu Adhikari has uncovered a serious electoral violation involving a TMC councillor. Namita Sardar allegedly holds voter ID cards from two different Assembly constituencies. The BJP leader has submitted formal evidence to the Election Commission demanding action. This case highlights concerns about electoral integrity in West Bengal.

Key Points: Suvendu Adhikari Flags TMC Councillor Duplicate Voter IDs

  • BJP leader exposes TMC councillor registered as voter in two constituencies
  • Formal complaint submitted to Election Commission with evidence
  • Alleged violation involves Baruipur and Kultali Assembly constituencies
  • Adhikari demands FIR and immediate cancellation of duplicate cards
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Suvendu Adhikari flags Trinamool councillor's duplicate voter ID entries in two Assembly constituencies

BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari exposes TMC councillor Namita Sardar holding voter IDs in two constituencies, alleging electoral manipulation and demanding ECI action.

"This is how the Trinamool Congress is rigging the system. While they lecture us on democracy, their leaders treat voter lists like personal property. - Suvendu Adhikari"

Kolkata, Oct 28

Leader of the Opposition in the West Bengal Assembly Suvendu Adhikari on Tuesday drew the attention of the Election Commission of India (ECI) to what he described as a serious violation -- a Trinamool Congress councillor allegedly holding two voter ID cards (EPICs) from two different Assembly constituencies in the state.

Adhikari claimed that Namita Sardar, the sitting councillor from Ward No. 7 of Baruipur Municipality in South 24 Parganas district, is registered as a voter in both Baruipur Paschim and Kultali Assembly constituencies within the same district.

The BJP leader alleged that Sardar's dual entries amount to a violation of electoral norms and demonstrate how Trinamool Congress leaders are "rigging the system".

Suvendu Adhikari submitted a formal complaint to the ECI, attaching details of the councillor's voter enrolment in both constituencies, along with scanned copies of the voters' lists showing her name in each.

Incidentally, Namita Sardar's husband, Bivas Sardar, is the Trinamool Congress MLA from Baruipur (Purba) Assembly constituency, also in South 24 Parganas.

Adhikari said the issue is not merely administrative but a "deliberate manipulation" of the democratic process.

"Namita Sardar is listed as a voter in a municipality area in one constituency and as a voter in a panchayat area in another constituency. This is a blatant violation of election rules," the BJP leader said.

"This is how the Trinamool Congress is rigging the system. While they lecture us on democracy, their leaders treat voter lists like personal property," the Leader of Opposition in West Bengal Assembly remarked.

Adhikari urged the Election Commission to immediately cancel the duplicate EPIC cards of Namita Sardar and to register an FIR against her for violating election laws.

"West Bengal deserves clean elections, not Trinamool Congress's voter fraud factory," Adhikari said, calling for swift action from the ECI.

- IANS

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Priya S
While this seems concerning, let's wait for the Election Commission's investigation. Both parties have made allegations against each other in the past. Due process should be followed.
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Vikram M
Typical political drama in West Bengal! Husband is MLA, wife is councillor with duplicate voter IDs. This is why common people lose faith in the system. EC should conduct thorough verification of all politicians' documents.
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Sarah B
As someone who recently moved to Kolkata, I'm appalled by these allegations. In a democracy, one person one vote is fundamental. If true, this undermines the entire electoral process. 😠
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Arjun K
This is exactly why we need Aadhaar-linked voter IDs. Such duplication would be impossible with proper verification. The system needs technological upgrades to prevent such malpractices.
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Nikhil C
While the allegations are serious, let's not forget that Suvendu Adhikari himself switched parties. Political parties should focus on development rather than trading allegations. West Bengal needs progress, not political mudslinging.

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