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Opposition cites former editor's passport, voter roll ordeal to target Centre

A former editor's passport renewal stalled after his name was removed from West Bengal's electoral rolls, sparking outrage from opposition parties. Congress, TMC, and CPI(M) leaders decried the incident as a sign of eroding citizen rights, linking it to the controversial Special Intensive Revision exercise. They argue this disenfranchises vulnerable populations and serves a divisive agenda, urging a closer look at the process's impact.

28 Jun 2026 12:39 pm