The Economic Times

West Bengal Elections: 139 out of 27 lakh names get go ahead to vote in phase 1 amid SIR heat

Appellate tribunals have reinstated voting rights for 139 individuals in West Bengal. These voters were initially flagged as not eligible. The tribunals are working under the Calcutta High Court's supervision. This action comes ahead of the first phase of polling. Efforts are underway to ensure these voters can cast their ballots. Legal challenges to the tribunal process have also emerged.