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Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi Defends Election Commission’s Role in SIR Controversy
✍️ Amar Ujala · Gaya
🗓 27 Sep 2026, 06:16 PM
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Central minister Jitan Ram Manjhi described the SIR issue as a constitutional process and said the Election Commission’s decisions are final and must be respected.
Bihar's Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi responded to the ongoing controversy surrounding the SIR matter, emphasizing that the issue follows a constitutional procedure. He asserted that the Election Commission, as a constitutional body, is the appropriate authority to adjudicate such disputes.
Manjhi criticised the growing questions about the Commission’s rulings, labeling them as inappropriate and unwarranted. He reiterated that the Commission’s decisions are binding and must be accepted by all stakeholders.
He also highlighted that the Election Commission’s process provides the concerned parties an opportunity to present their arguments, ensuring that the adjudication is fair and transparent. The minister’s remarks aim to reinforce confidence in the electoral institution amid the debate.
Manjhi criticised the growing questions about the Commission’s rulings, labeling them as inappropriate and unwarranted. He reiterated that the Commission’s decisions are binding and must be accepted by all stakeholders.
He also highlighted that the Election Commission’s process provides the concerned parties an opportunity to present their arguments, ensuring that the adjudication is fair and transparent. The minister’s remarks aim to reinforce confidence in the electoral institution amid the debate.