3,400 SIR forms found at Navi Mumbai photocopy shop, 5 BLOs suspended; Sena (UBT)-BJP men clash
- Posted on August 29, 2026
- By The Hindu
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A significant electoral irregularity emerged in Navi Mumbai when authorities discovered approximately 3,400 voter registration forms at an unauthorized photocopy establishment. The discovery triggered immediate administrative action, resulting in the suspension of five Block Level Officers accused of negligence. The incident escalated into political tensions, with members of Shiv Sena (UBT) and BJP engaging in confrontations at the site. Investigators are examining whether the forms were improperly distributed or mishandled, raising concerns about election integrity and procedural compliance in the region.
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