The Shankaracharya of Puri, Jagadguru Swami Sri Nischalananda Saraswati, has raised concerns regarding West Bengal's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, urging the Election Commission of India to ensure no eligible voter is removed and to extend the revision period to reduce voter anxiety. He also condemned alleged assaults and killings of Bengalis outside the state, emphasizing respect for all languages. Furthermore, he expressed grave concern over attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh, warning of potential repercussions for India and advocating for global respect for all religions.