Election Commission Seeks Report on West Bengal Officials' Disciplinary Actions

The Election Commission of India (ECI) has rejected the West Bengal government's disciplinary actions against four election officials accused of irregularities in voter list preparation, citing procedural violations and lack of prior consultation. The officials, linked to alleged illegal additions in Purba Medinipur and South 24 Parganas, were directed by the ECI in August 2025 to be suspended, investigated, and face FIRs. The state government partially complied, prompting the ECI to seek a detailed report by January 24, 2026, on the implementation of its directives.