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Thackeray Cousins Unite: Mumbai's Voter List Chaos Threatens Election Integrity

Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray have joined forces to demand immediate action on Mumbai's electoral roll chaos. They've sent a joint letter to the State Election Commissioner highlighting serious irregularities in voter lists. The leaders revealed that over 900,000 duplicate entries have been identified, risking election integrity. They're demanding either a 21-day correction period or cancellation of the BMC elections until the issues are resolved.

Key Points: Uddhav Raj Thackeray Demand Action on Mumbai Electoral Rolls

  • Joint letter demands 21-day period for voter list objections or election cancellation
  • Leaders cite alarming inconsistencies in recently published electoral rolls
  • Over 900,000 duplicate voter entries identified in Mumbai's voter lists
  • State Election Commission criticized for unclear voter registration protocols
  • Delayed publication of final revised voter list creates confusion
  • Supplementary women's electoral rolls face unexplained update delays
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Uddhav and Raj Thackeray demand action on irregularities in Mumbai electoral rolls

Shiv Sena-UBT and MNS leaders jointly demand immediate correction of Mumbai voter list irregularities, citing 900,000 duplicate entries and election transparency concerns.

"Is there no technical wisdom left, or is it a case of 'less intelligence, more confusion?' - Uddhav and Raj Thackeray"

Mumbai, Nov 24

Shiv Sena-UBT Chief Uddhav Thackeray and Maharashtra Navnirman Sena President Raj Thackeray in a joint letter have appealed to the Maharashtra State Election Commissioner Dinesh Waghmare to take immediate steps to address serious irregularities and confusion in the electoral rolls published for the upcoming Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections.

They have also demanded that the State Election Commission should give 21-day period for suggestions and objections or cancel the elections and hold it only rectifying the electoral rolls.

Both leaders said that recent voter lists have shown alarming inconsistencies and frequent changes, which risk undermining the transparency and integrity of the election process.

In their joint letter, they note that the final revised voter list for BMC elections, dated October 30, 2025, was not published quickly or clearly, leaving voters and political parties without key information.

They questioned the delay in updates to women's supplementary electoral rolls and asked why the State Election Commission has failed to clarify important procedural matters.

Shiv Sena-UBT leader and former Minister Aditya Thackeray told reporters that the confusion was created by new names being added and old names being removed or altered, often without clear notification or adherence to established norms.

He expressed concern about the appearance of duplicate voters and allege that more than 900,000 duplicate entries have been identified in the electoral rolls.

Citing the joint letter by Thackeray cousins, he also added that how these discrepancies will be corrected before the elections, demanding strict scrutiny of the processes used for updating and verifying voter names.

Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray have also criticised the State Election Commission for failing to establish clear mechanisms and technical protocols for voter registration in Mumbai, leading to confusion and potential disenfranchisement.

"Is there no technical wisdom left, or is it a case of 'less intelligence, more confusion?", they asked pressing authorities to ensure that genuine voters are protected and all irregularities are addressed swiftly.

Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray also urged the State Election Commission to halt further voter list updates until the issues are resolved, and to inform the public about the steps being taken to guarantee a transparent election.

They warned that unless action is taken, Mumbai's democratic reputation will suffer, and challenged officials to demonstrate their ability to safeguard the citizens' electoral rights.

The Thackeray duo have called for accountability, urging the State Election Commission to restore order and faith in the election system.

- IANS

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Rohit P
As a Mumbaikar, I've seen how voter list confusion affects common people. My neighbor's name was missing last election despite having all documents. The 21-day period for objections is absolutely necessary. Democracy cannot be compromised like this.
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Sarah B
While I agree electoral transparency is crucial, isn't it convenient that these concerns are raised just before elections? All parties should have been monitoring this process throughout the year, not at the last moment. Still, better late than never I suppose.
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Arjun K
BMC elections are crucial for Mumbai's development. If the foundation itself (voter lists) is corrupted, how can we expect good governance? The Election Commission must use technology better - Aadhaar verification could solve many of these issues.
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Michael C
The "less intelligence, more confusion" comment hits hard! 😄 But seriously, this affects every Mumbaikar's right to vote. The authorities need to act fast and restore public confidence in the electoral process.
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Kavya N
Women's supplementary rolls delay is particularly concerning. Many working women and homemakers rely on these updates. The system should be more citizen-friendly and transparent. Hope the Election Commission takes corrective measures soon.

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