SC refuses to entertain plea against deletion of names from WB voter list in SIR, terms it 'premature'
Mint·2h ago·Neutral
What Happened
The Supreme Court declined to hear a petition by 13 people challenging deletion of their names from West Bengal's voter list during Special Institutional Revision before April 23 assembly elections. The bench termed the plea premature and directed petitioners to approach appellate tribunals. Approximately 30-34 lakh appeals are pending before 19 tribunals headed by former judges. The court emphasized protecting due process while maintaining electoral integrity.
Key Entities
Supreme Court of IndiaWest Bengal Assembly ElectionsChief Justice Surya KantJustice Joymalya BagchiElection CommissionSpecial Institutional RevisionCalcutta High CourtQuaraisha Yeasmin