Allegations of Voter List Manipulation Surface in Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh Ahead of Elections

The Congress in Rajasthan has accused the BJP of attempting to fraudulently remove its supporters from electoral rolls during the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR), citing data showing a higher number of voter deletions requested by BJP agents compared to Congress. The Election Commission extended the deadline for claims and objections to January 19. Meanwhile, in Uttar Pradesh, concerns have been raised over the deletion of nearly 29 million voters from draft lists ahead of the 2027 assembly polls, with parties alleging manipulation targeting specific communities. Both states are witnessing heightened scrutiny of voter list revisions amid upcoming elections.