SIR row: EC tells SC it has power to undertake electoral roll revision; addresses NRC concerns

jimiinside — Tue, 06 Jan 2026 21:03:22 +0000

The Election Commission informed the Supreme Court of its power and constitutional competence to conduct a Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls to exclude foreigners. Appearing for the EC, senior advocate Rakesh Dwivedi argued that citizenship is a foundational requirement for holding public office and that the Constitution mandates the removal of non-citizens from voter lists.

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SIR row: EC tells SC it has power to undertake electoral roll revision; addresses NRC concerns