Accounting And Audit 13 October 2026
Opposition Urges SC Probe into Election Commission's Voter Deletions
Opposition leaders, spearheaded by Rahul Gandhi, have filed a petition urging the Supreme Court to scrutinise the Election Commission's recent statutory audit of SIR voter deletions, alleging procedural lapses and breach of Form 6 rules. The move follows claims that thousands of voters were removed without adequate notice, raising fears of impact on forthcoming elections and prompting a demand for a court‑ordered review of the audit process and regulatory compliance.
Key points
- Rahul Gandhi and opposition parties have petitioned the Supreme Court to investigate the Election Commission’s handling of SIR voter deletions.
- They allege the EC breached statutory Form 6 requirements and failed to follow proper audit rules.
- The petition seeks a court‑ordered review of the audit process and compliance with existing regulations.
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