Led by former district panchayat vice-chairperson Naresh Rajwade, the Congress delegation submitted a memorandum claiming that fraudulent applications were filed using Form 7, which is meant for deletion of names from the voters’ list. According to the party, the alleged irregularities are concentrated in minority-dominated localities of the Prem Nagar विधानसभा constituency.
Rajwade told officials that applications seeking deletion of voters’ names were allegedly submitted by individuals from outside the concerned panchayats. He claimed that this practice raises serious questions about the authenticity of the applications and suggests a coordinated effort to disenfranchise specific communities. “This is not limited to a few names. There appears to be a pattern targeting minority voters in Prem Nagar,” he said.
The Congress further alleged that names of influential and socially active individuals, including religious leaders and elected representatives such as janpad members, were also included in the deletion requests. Party leaders said such actions could undermine the integrity of the electoral process if not addressed promptly.
Calling the issue a “deliberate conspiracy,” the Congress accused the BJP of orchestrating the move to influence future elections. The delegation urged the district administration to verify each Form 7 application, examine the identity and eligibility of applicants, and ensure that no voter is removed without due process and personal verification, as mandated by election rules.
Officials at the collectorate acknowledged receipt of the memorandum and assured the delegation that complaints would be examined in accordance with established procedures. Sources in the administration said preliminary scrutiny would be conducted to determine whether the applications complied with Election Commission guidelines, which require field verification and notice to the concerned voter before any deletion.
The issue comes at a time when voter list revisions are underway across the state, a process that often draws political scrutiny. Election officials have repeatedly stated that the SIR exercise is intended to correct genuine errors, remove duplicates, and update records, not to exclude eligible voters.
Congress leaders warned that if corrective action is not taken, the party may escalate the matter to the Election Commission and consider public protests. The district administration, meanwhile, is expected to review the allegations and clarify its position after an initial assessment.
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