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Hindustan Times
26-07-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
‘Happened 4 times before': Chirag Paswan defends Bihar SIR as INDIA bloc slams ‘voter cleansing'
Amid the ongoing political storm in Parliament over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar, Union Minister Chirag Paswan defended the exercise, reminding critics that this isn't new. Union Minister Chirag Paswan speaks to the media during the Monsoon session of Parliament.(PTI) "This process is not happening for the first time in the country; it has happened four times before, and this time it is being conducted in the same manner as it was done the previous four times," Paswan told ANI. Also Read | Akin to Bihar, special intensive revision of electoral rolls likely in J&K Speaking to reporters in Patna, Paswan firmly backed the ongoing revision drive, stating, "No injustice will be done to any citizen of the country, but if someone is an infiltrator in the country, they will not be allowed to misuse the greatest right, the right to vote." Opposition uproar over Bihar SIR Paswan's comments came after leaders from the Opposition INDIA bloc, including Rabri Devi, Rahul Gandhi, and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, had raised slogans inside Parliament, alleging that the SIR in Bihar is a cover for large-scale voter suppression. The INDIA bloc claims that the SIR process could result in the deletion of thousands—if not lakhs—of legitimate voters from the rolls. Also Read | Nitish Kumar, Tejashwi Yadav lock horns in Bihar Assembly over SIR Despite his reassurances, tensions continue to mount. On Friday, several opposition parliamentarians in the Rajya Sabha moved Suspension of Business notices, urging a discussion on the SIR during the ongoing Monsoon Session of Parliament. Sloganeering repeatedly disrupted proceedings in both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, forcing adjournments for the fourth consecutive day of the Monsoon Session. Also Read | ECI cites constitutional responsibility, defends SIR in poll-bound Bihar Outside Parliament, criticism intensified. Speaking to ANI, Shatrughan Sinha said, "Why was SIR brought? The vote looting happening in Maharashtra is being repeated in Bihar, as they know they are losing. Their partner in this is the Election Commission officers." Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra alleged on Friday that the Election Commission of India is "working as a branch" of the Bharatiya Janata Party and that such a thing has "never taken place in the history of India. Bihar assembly election The Bihar elections are expected to be held later this year, in October or November; however, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has not announced an official date. On the upcoming Bihar Election, Paswan said talks for seat sharing have not started with BJP, JD (U) and other ally parties in Bihar.
Mint
11-07-2025
- Politics
- Mint
Bihar Election 2025: Tej Pratap's new style in first rally after RJD rift sparks rumours — new party or...
Former Bihar minister Tej Pratap Yadav, who was recently expelled from the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), has reportedly made a comeback in a "new style" and shared his intent to contest the Bihar Election 2025. If reports are to be believed, Lalu Yadav's elder son Tej Pratap Yadav has "rebranded" himself. During his visit to the Mahua constituent assembly of Bihar on Thursday, Tej Pratap's supporters were seen holding — not an RJD flag – but a green-and-yellow flag with 'Team Tej Pratap Yadav' written on it, Dainik Jagran-prakashan-share-price-nse-bse-s0003650" data-vars-anchor-text="Jagran" data-vars-link-type="Auto" data-vars-page-type="story">Jagran and India Today reported. Tej Pratap himself worn the signature green cap. Tej Pratap Yadav inspected a medical college, met locals and even held a rally in Mahua on Thursday. The former RJD leader was an MLA from Mahua in 2015 and from Hasanpur in 2020. While speaking to reporters in Mahua, Tej Pratap was asked if he will contest the 2025 Bihar Election from Mahua. He responded: "If the public here demands, I will have to contest." The former RJD leader didn't specify the constituency from which he wants to contest Bihar elections. "It depends on the public," he said. "I am someone who comes from the people, and I will do as they wish. If the public wants me to contest elections, I will; if not, I won't," Tej Pratap said. "The constituency I contest from will depend on the people's demand. Whether I contest on a party ticket or not is a matter to be decided later...," Tej Pratap added. Tej Pratap's latest move has sparked rumours in the political circles, with many speculating whether he would launch a new political party or contest the upcoming Bihar Elections as an independent candidate. Tej Pratap's visit to Mahua was the first after RJD supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav expelled him from both his family and the party over a serious breach of moral and social values. Tej Pratap became embroiled in controversy following a post claiming he was in a long-term relationship with a woman. The post prompted netizens to recall his marital dispute that made headlines a few years ago. Tej Pratap Yadav later took to X to claim that his social media accounts were compromised and his photos had been maliciously edited. Yadav had tied the knot with Aishwarya, granddaughter of former Bihar Chief Minister Daroga Rai. However, within a few months, Aishwarya left his house alleging that she was driven out by her husband and in-laws. The couple's divorce petition is pending before the family court. The development came ahead of Assembly elections in Bihar that is slated for polls later this year.
News18
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
ECI Ropes In Panchayat's ‘Banrakas' To Promote Bihar Electoral Roll Revision Amid Row
Last Updated: The poll body is roping actors like Pankaj Tripathi and even using memes to encourage new registrations amid the political and legal storm over the decision. The Election Commission is leaving no stone unturned to to raise awareness about the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral roll in Bihar ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections. The poll body is roping actors like Pankaj Tripathi and even using memes to encourage new registrations amid the political and legal storm over the decision. On Monday, the poll body shared an image of actors Durgesh Kumar and Sunita Rajwa, portraying their characters 'Banarakas" and 'Kranti Devi", respectively from the famous web series 'Panchayat", raising awareness about the enumeration. In the image, both the characters are seen standing and asking, ' Banrakas aur Kranti Devi ne toh apna prapatra bhar diya, kya aapne bhara? (Banrakas and Kranti Devi have filled their nomination forms, have you?)" बनराकस और क्रांति देवी ने भरा अपना गणना प्रपत्र, क्या आपने भरा? #SIR2025 #BiharElection #Election2025 — Election Commission of India (@ECISVEEP) July 7, 2025 Earlier, the poll body issued a video clip featuring actor Pankaj Tripathi to raise awareness about the SIR drive. In the video clip, Bollywood actor Tripathi can be seen saying, 'We can't stop people from thinking, but yes, we can definitely try to change your minds." Sharing the video clip on Sunday, Press Information Bureau (PIB) Patna wrote on X, 'To vote, you need to fill out the form. Bihar Special Intensive Revision, 2025. Now, attach just any 1 of the 11 documents. Fill out the enumeration form to get included in the voter list. Scan the QR code and fill out the form online." Meanwhile, the SIR is being implemented smoothly at the ground level with the active cooperation of the electors, the ECI said. The EC added that all voters are directly made aware through more than 77,000 BLOs and 4 Lakh volunteers as well as 1.5 lakh BLAs appointed by all political parties. 'In accordance with Article 326, the orders of SIR dated 24 June 2025 clearly enable all eligible electors to be included while excluding ineligible electors after verification by the concerned ERO," the EC said. 'The initial phase of SIR, during which Enumeration forms were to be printed and distributed, is almost complete with the forms having been made available to all the electors who were available," read a statement from the poll panel. ECI also reiterated that SIR is being conducted as per the SIR instructions dated June 24, 2025, and there is no change in the instructions. As per instructions, draft electoral rolls that will be issued on 1 August 2025 will contain the names of persons whose enumeration forms are received. The Election Commission's decision to initiate a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of Bihar's electoral roll in the run-up to the assembly elections later this year has triggered major political controversy. While the commission maintains that the revision is intended to enhance transparency and remove ineligible entries from the voter list, opposition parties have raised concerns, claiming that the move may lead to the exclusion of legitimate voters. As the matter heads to the Supreme Court, the standoff between the poll body and opposition parties continues to escalate. Amidst legal challenges, the ECI has indicated that the SIR of electoral rolls is on track and any extension of deadline is not being considered at this stage. 'More than 1/5th of enumeration forms have come back within two days. At this rate, we might complete the exercise before time, so extension of deadline is not a question at the moment," a top ECI official told CNN-News18. The ECI, however, has given a concession of a few weeks for submitting supporting documents. Voters can submit documents at the claims and objection stage. This would give voters time till August to procure the documents. 'After publication of draft electoral rolls, if any document is deficient, EROs can obtain such documents from the electors whose names appear in the draft electoral rolls, during scrutiny in the claims and objection period," EC said. Location : Patna, India, India First Published: July 07, 2025, 19:19 IST News elections ECI Ropes In Panchayat's 'Banrakas' To Promote Bihar Electoral Roll Revision Amid Row
Time of India
02-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Bihar Election 2025: Waqf Act पर JDU Spokesperson Neeraj Kumar ने Tejaswi Yadav पर किया पलटवार
ग़जाला प्रवीन Authored by: | Navbharat Times• 2 Jul 2025, 12:28 pm Bihar Election 2025: वक्फ पर तेजस्वी यादव के बयान से हलचल, JDU नेता ने तगड़ा सुनाया
