West Bengal Electoral Roll Revision Sparks Dispute Between State Government and Election Commission

West Bengal is undergoing a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls to remove errors and outdated entries, leading to a dispute between the state government and the Election Commission of India (ECI). The conflict reflects a trust deficit, with allegations of voter exclusion and intimidation. The Supreme Court has intervened, appointing judicial officers to oversee the process. Meanwhile, concerns persist about the SIR's structural flaws, its impact on voters, and the timing amid outdated census data.