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Karnataka Election Body Chief Denies Voter Removal Over Form 7 Amid SIR Row
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🗓 06 Oct 2026, 08:16 AM
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The chief of Karnataka’s election body clarified that no voter was removed from the electoral rolls because of Form 7, addressing concerns raised during the SIR controversy.
Amid growing scrutiny over the State Information Regulation (SIR) controversy, the chief of Karnataka’s election body issued a statement clarifying that no voter had been removed from the electoral rolls due to Form 7 submissions.
The clarification came after allegations surfaced that the state election commission had purged voters based on incomplete or incorrect Form 7 data. In a press release, the chief assured that all voter records were reviewed in accordance with established procedures and that no removals were made solely on the basis of the disputed form.
Election officials emphasized that the removal of voters is governed by strict guidelines and requires multiple verifications. The statement aims to quell concerns among opposition parties and civil society groups that the SIR process might be used to manipulate voter rolls.
The Karnataka election body has pledged to maintain transparency and will continue to monitor the situation closely. Further updates are expected as the state government reviews the SIR implementation framework.
The clarification came after allegations surfaced that the state election commission had purged voters based on incomplete or incorrect Form 7 data. In a press release, the chief assured that all voter records were reviewed in accordance with established procedures and that no removals were made solely on the basis of the disputed form.
Election officials emphasized that the removal of voters is governed by strict guidelines and requires multiple verifications. The statement aims to quell concerns among opposition parties and civil society groups that the SIR process might be used to manipulate voter rolls.
The Karnataka election body has pledged to maintain transparency and will continue to monitor the situation closely. Further updates are expected as the state government reviews the SIR implementation framework.