In Gujarat, 8 go to HC for inclusion in post-SIR voter list, 7 win
Indian Express·1h ago·Hope
What Happened
Gujarat High Court ordered inclusion of seven voters in electoral rolls after they were removed during Special Intensive Revision conducted November 2025 to February 2026. Eight petitions were heard; only one was rejected. Gujarat experienced 13.4% voter deletions, highest among Indian states. Three petitioners sought to contest local body elections April 26. Court directed authorities to include names despite State Election Commission objections regarding application deadlines.
Key Entities
Gujarat High CourtSpecial Intensive Revision (SIR)State Election CommissionSanjay GadhviJayesh PatelManinagar Assembly constituencyKhokhra ward