Claims of Voter Deletion Ahead of Elections

Raijor Dal MLA Akhil Gogoi has accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of attempting to manipulate electoral rolls in Assam ahead of upcoming elections. According to Gogoi, BJP leaders are reportedly targeting voters who may not support the party.

Details of the Alleged Plan

In a social media statement, Akhil Gogoi claimed that top state BJP officials discussed a strategy to:

• Delete the names of approximately 10,000 voters across multiple constituencies

• Add new voters selectively in at least 60 constituencies

Gogoi further stated that MLAs and district presidents were reportedly given a deadline to submit booth-wise lists of voters considered unlikely to vote for the BJP.

Political Reactions and Concerns

These allegations, if true, raise serious questions about electoral integrity and the fairness of the upcoming elections in Assam. Political analysts and opposition parties are expected to scrutinize these claims closely and may call for intervention by the Election Commission of India.

Significance of the Issue

Maintaining accurate and transparent voter rolls is essential for free and fair elections. Allegations of manipulation or targeted voter deletion can undermine public confidence in the electoral process and democracy.