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NDA alleges 'massive irregularities' in Karnataka SIR, demands probe A delegation of NDA leaders in Karnataka has formally lodged a complaint with the chief electoral officer, alleging widespread irregularities in the ongoing special intensive revision (SIR) of electoral rolls and demanding an immediate inquiry and mandatory door-to-door re-verification. A delegation of NDA leaders on July 6, Monday, submitted a formal complaint to Karnataka chief electoral officer V Anbukumar, alleging "massive irregularities" in the ongoing SIR of electoral rolls in the state and demanded an immediate inquiry and mandatory door-to-door re-verification of all enumeration forms. They also sought strict legal action against all officials and political functionaries found responsible for these "irregularities". The delegation comprising Union minister and Janata Dal-Secular leader HD Kumaraswamy, central ministers from BJP Pralhad Joshi and Shobha Karandlaje, leaders of opposition in Karnataka assembly and council R Ashoka and Chalavadi Narayanaswamy, senior leaders from both parties, met CEO V Anbukkumar and submitted the complaint. "We write to express serious concern over the massive irregula…

BLOs Asked to Strictly Adhere to the Prescribed Rules Hyderabad:Following reports that booth level agents (BLAs) belonging to certain political parties were directly distributing enumeration forms for the special intensive revision (SIR) directly to residents, Chief Electoral Officer C. Sudarshan Reddy warned booth-level officers (BLOs) of action if similar complaints were received in future. The CEO directed officers involved in the SIR to closely monitor the process. This follows the Congress expressing serious concern over the alleged distribution of enumeration forms by AIMIM workers in a few localities of Hyderabad, not only in parts of the Old City but also in Jubilee Hills constituency, and cited certain alleged instances. Following a series of complaints, the Congress leaders on Monday came up with a fresh list of alleged violations. Hyderabad DCC president Syed Khalid Saifullah demanded a Hyderabad-wide inquiry be conducted into the matter. Referring to an alleged incident in the Charminar Assembly constituency, Saifullah said Congress representatives had contacted the BLO concerned regarding enrolment forms at Booth No. 29. However, they were reportedly informed that…

NDA Delegation Complains To Karnataka CEO, Alleging Irregularities In SIR ETV Bharat / state NDA Delegation Complains To Karnataka CEO, Alleging Irregularities In SIR BJP and JDS leaders, including H D Kumaraswamy, Prahlad Joshi, Shobha Karandlaje, R Ashok, and Chalavadi Narayanaswamy, demand probe, re-examination of registration forms. BJP and JDS delegation on the way to meeting with Karnataka CEO Anbukumar ( ETV Bharat ) By ETV Bharat English Team Published : July 6, 2026 at 2:38 PM IST 2 Min Read Bengaluru: NDA leaders met Karnataka Chief Electoral Officer Anbukumar earlier today and and demanded an immediate probe into alleged irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls currently underway in the state, and a direction to re-examine all registration forms. A delegation of BJP and JDS leaders, including Union Ministers H D Kumaraswamy, Prahlad Joshi, Shobha Karandlaje, Leader of Opposition R Ashok, and Chalavadi Narayanaswamy, met CEO Anbukumar and submitted a complaint along with "evidence". They expressed serious concern about the "massive irregularities" found in the ongoing SIR process in Karnataka, alleging that officials who are supposed to c…

SIR in Karnataka: NDA alleges BLOs filling enumeration forms in community halls, mosques, and even their own residences NDA delegation requested ‘re-verification’ of all enumeration forms through mandatory door-to-door visits, and strict legal action against officials and political functionaries found responsible for the alleged irregularities

NDA Leaders Allege Mass Irregularities in Karnataka Electoral Roll SIR ... A delegation of NDA leaders on Monday submitted a formal complaint to Karnataka Chief Electoral Officer V Anbukumar, alleging "massive irregularities" in the ongoing SIR of electoral rolls in the state and demanded an immediate inquiry and mandatory door-to-door re-verification of all enumeration forms They also sought strict legal action against all officials and political functionaries found responsible for these "irregularities". The delegation comprising Union Minister and JD(S) leader H D Kumaraswamy, central Ministers from BJP Pralhad Joshi and Shobha Karandlaje, Leaders of Opposition in Karnataka Assembly and Council R Ashoka and Chalavadi Narayanaswamy, senior leaders from both parties, met CEO Anbukkumar and submitted the complaint. "We write to express serious concern over the massive irregularities in the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise of the electoral rolls in the state of Karnataka. The officials who are supposed to conduct the SIR are showing zero regard for the approved process, thereby undermining the very spirit of democracy," the leaders said in the letter. Noting th…

NDA Leaders Accuse Shivakumar Of 'Manipulating Voter List' In Karnataka ... The war of words between the NDA and the ruling Congress in Karnataka intensified on Monday with the BJP and JD(S) accusing Chief Minister DK Shivakumar of calling people together to fill enumeration forms for the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter lists in mosques and madrassas. Following this, the NDA leaders collectively filed a complaint with the State Chief Electoral Officer. In addition to this, the NDA leaders said that they would file a complaint with the Election Commission in Delhi if no action is taken against the state government within 24 hours. Union Minister of State Shobha Karandlaje accused Shivakumar of "manipulating the voter list". "I submitted a video and wrote to the Election Commission. Calling everyone together to fill out the enumeration form in a madrassa or elsewhere is illegal. The law says everyone should be provided a form at their door, and the form should be brought back. But Karnataka is the only state where this is happening. The Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar is manipulating the voter list to include only minority groups, particularly Muslims, to secure his position." …

NDA leaders allege 'mass irregularities' in Karnataka SIR; demand probe ... Agencies An NDA delegation meets Karnataka Chief Electoral Officer V. Anbukumar in Bengaluru on Monday to submit a complaint alleging "massive irregularities" in the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, while demanding an immediate inquiry and door-to-door re-verification of all enumeration forms. (Representational Image) Bengaluru: A delegation of NDA leaders on Monday submitted a formal complaint to Karnataka Chief Electoral Officer V Anbukumar, alleging "massive irregularities" in the ongoing SIR of electoral rolls in the state and demanded an immediate inquiry and mandatory door-to-door re-verification of all enumeration forms. They also sought strict legal action against all officials and political functionaries found responsible for these "irregularities". The delegation comprising Union Minister and JD(S) leader H D Kumaraswamy, central Ministers from BJP Pralhad Joshi and Shobha Karandlaje, Leaders of Opposition in Karnataka Assembly and Council R Ashoka and Chalavadi Narayanaswamy, senior leaders from both parties, met CEO Anbukkumar and submitted the complaint. Read More: …

After complaints, Karnataka CEO directs door-to-door distribution of ... After complaints, Karnataka CEO directs door-to-door distribution of SIR forms Join WhatsApp Telegram Channel Follow Facebook Subscribe YouTube Bengaluru: Acting on complaints that Enumeration Forms for the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls were being distributed from offices instead of through door-to-door visits, Karnataka Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) V. Anbu Kumar on Friday directed all Deputy Commissioners in the state to ensure strict compliance with the Election Commission of India ‘s (ECI) guidelines. Union Minister for Food, Public Distribution and Consumer Affairs Pralhad Joshi on Friday alleged direct interference by the Karnataka government in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Ramanagara district and demanded an immediate, impartial investigation into the alleged irregularities. Earlier, Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy on Thursday alleged a “massive scam” in the ongoing SIR of electoral rolls in Ramanagara district and claimed to have exposed the alleged irregularities by releasing a video. In a directive issued to all Deputy Commissioners, who also serve…

NDA leaders allege 'mass irregularities' in Karnataka SIR; CM DK Shivakumar hits back NDA leaders lodged a formal complaint with Karnataka's Chief Electoral Officer, alleging widespread irregularities in the ongoing electoral roll revision. They claim officials are disregarding approved processes, with Booth Level Officers reportedly not conducting mandatory door-to-door verification and instead using community halls and mosques. The opposition demands a thorough inquiry and strict action against those responsible, accusing the ruling Congress of facilitating illegal inclusions. Chief Minister D.K.

NDA leaders allege 'mass irregularities' in Karnataka SIR Bengaluru A delegation of NDA leaders on Monday submitted a formal complaint to Karnataka Chief Electoral Officer V Anbukumar, alleging "massive irregularities" in the ongoing SIR of electoral rolls in the state and demanded an immediate inquiry and mandatory door-to-door re-verification of all enumeration forms. They also sought strict legal action against all officials and political functionaries found responsible for these "irregularities". The delegation comprising Union Minister and JD(S) leader H D Kumaraswamy, central Ministers from BJP Pralhad Joshi and Shobha Karandlaje, Leaders of Opposition in Karnataka Assembly and Council R Ashoka and Chalavadi Narayanaswamy, senior leaders from both parties, met CEO Anbukkumar and submitted the complaint. "We write to express serious concern over the massive irregularities in the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise of the electoral rolls in the state of Karnataka. The officials who are supposed to conduct the SIR are showing zero regard for the approved process, thereby undermining the very spirit of democracy," the leaders said in the letter. Noting that Bo…