97-year-old 1947 refugee, presiding officer in 12 polls, struck off voter rolls in Bengal
Times of India·2h ago·Neutral
What Happened
Bengal's electoral rolls removed a 97-year-old 1947 Partition refugee and other long-time voters, including a retired teacher. The process created bureaucratic obstacles for families seeking restoration. One man died waiting in a tribunal queue. Removals sparked protests and accusations of political manipulation regarding voter eligibility.
Key Entities
BengalElectoral Commission97-year-old Partition refugeeVoter rollsTribunal