Telangana Election Commission Flags 30% of Voters for Roll Scrutiny

The Election Commission of India (ECI) has flagged significant irregularities in the voter lists of Telangana, with roughly 30% of the electorate earmarked for a detailed audit. The anomalies, which include duplicate entries, outdated addresses and missing names, were uncovered during a routine verification exercise. In response, the ECI has ordered a comprehensive review of the affected rolls, which will involve cross‑checking with local authorities and updating records before the next general election. The commission emphasized that the process aims to ensure the integrity of the electoral process and prevent any undue influence on voter registration. Officials expect the audit to be completed within the next few weeks, after which the updated rolls will be published for public scrutiny.