Singhvi expressed grave concerns about the impact of SIR, warning of significant consequences for future generations. He noted that 7.8 crore voters were deleted during the first two phases of the SIR, amounting to roughly 13 per cent of the voters roll at that time. Phase 3 is ongoing in 16 states and three Union Territories, with 6.18 crore voters removed and an additional 5.43 crore marked as “suspicious” and have been issued notices for further documents.
“This process could disenfranchise the children of future voters who turn 18 in 2025, 2026 or 2027, as their parents’ names have already been deleted,” Singhvi said.
Demanding Kumar’s resignation, Singhvi said the CEC “has no right to remain in his position.” He criticised the ECI’s response dismissing the objections as personal opinions rather than official dissent notes and questioned the body’s transparency and fairness.
“Based on the revelations that have come to light regarding the Election Commission, the CEC should resign,” Singhvi demanded.
Responding to the Indian Express report, the ECI said in a statement that the objections raised by the two Election Commissioners were not “dissent notes” but personal opinions.
Singhvi rejected this explanation and asked: “What else can we expect from the ECI?”
