First time that so many eligible electors have lost their vote due to SIR: former CEC O.P. Rawat
- Posted on September 30, 2026
- By The Hindu
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In brief
Former Chief Election Commissioner O.P. Rawat raises concerns about unprecedented voter disenfranchisement resulting from Simultaneous Elections (SIR) implementation. Rawat criticizes the Election Commission's governance framework, highlighting the absence of CEC veto powers and insufficient transparency in decision-making processes. His statements underscore systemic vulnerabilities in electoral administration and call for comprehensive reforms to protect voting rights and strengthen institutional accountability within India's election management structure.
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First time that so many eligible electors have lost their vote due to SIR: former CEC O.P. Rawat
Former CEC O.P. Rawat criticizes EC decision-making on SIR, voting rights losses, and lack of CEC veto, urging transparency.
