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A court verdict restricted police targeting of protesters, while activists demanded resignation over exam irregularities.Some support2 reports
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Protests in Spain challenge the authority of the election commission chief, linked to Spanish media reports.Some support1 report
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Kumar accused Jagan of political convenience as Nilam Sawhney was appointed to the Election Commission and Reddy argued for neutral appointments.Some support2 reports
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The ECI faces criticism over electoral roll revisions while Gyanesh Kumar serves as CEC, and the Indian diaspora in London supports Modi.Some support2 reports
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Rajnath Singh alleges protests target the Election Commission, while opposition seeks regime change modeled after Bangladesh.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Akhilesh Yadav and Mallikarjun Kharge challenged the Election Commission's decisions regarding electoral rolls.Well supported14 reports1 development inside
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Mallikarjun Kharge demanded that the Election Commission implement digital voter rolls for upcoming elections.Some support1 report
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Criticism of electoral process flaws and alleged irregularities, with the ECI functioning under the Chief Election Commissioner.Well supported5 reports2 developments inside
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The state responded to youth protests, while the constitutional status of the Election Commission and the creation of the National Testing Agency were noted.Some support1 report
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In 2013, the IPCC report tracked global warming trends, and the Supreme Court instructed the Election Commission on voting rights.Some support1 report
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An executive order allows the administration to proceed with mandates, while the commission handles mail-in voting for state midterms in Nebraska.Well supported3 reports
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ECI members objected to changes in Form 6 rules regarding electoral rolls.Well supported6 reports
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Congress and the Election Commission of India conducted field operations in Karnataka to address concerns regarding electoral roll revision.Well supported7 reports8 developments inside
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Concerns raised regarding the transparency of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process for electoral rolls in Telangana, including issues of vote deletion.Well supported22 reports11 developments inside
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JAC demands a probe into Form-7 submissions and addresses electoral issues in Telangana.Some support1 report
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Allegations of electoral roll misuse during the SIR process and failure to secure national borders were reported.Well supported8 reports1 development inside
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ECI procedures are being challenged in a Delhi court, where Dinesh Mehta is serving on the bench.Some support1 report
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Masud shared developments with the Election Commission, which held talks at Masud's office in Dhaka.Some support1 report
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Anand Sharma defended the constitutional framework of India and affirmed the Election Commission's role as a built-in democratic institution.Some support2 reports
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Protests demanding the removal of the chief election commissioner began on October 1, 2026, with marches starting from Parliament to the ECI headquarters.Well supported69 reports9 developments inside
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The Supreme Court upheld the Election Commission's power to conduct the Special Intensive Revision (SIR), amid accusations against Rahul Gandhi for opposing the process.Well supported22 reports3 developments inside
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The Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) received support from TMC, AAP, and DMK amidst protests against electoral roll revisions.Some support1 report
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The Election Commission is overseeing electoral rolls in Uttar Pradesh, amid allegations of roll deletions by the Samajwadi Party.Well supported5 reports2 developments inside
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The Election Commission sets the timetable for the Melaka state election, leading to debates and questions from political parties.Some support3 reports
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Jagan called for a rethink of the Election Commission's appointment process and urged the Centre to amend the law.Some support1 report
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Protests in Delhi demand the resignation of the Election Commission chief over alleged electoral irregularities.Well supported23 reports1 development inside
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Verification camps were held in the Narela segment by the election commission.Some support1 report
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Karnataka commissioned an indigenous naval vessel while protests erupted over alleged electoral irregularities.Some support1 report
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Saurav Das participates in a protest against alleged electoral roll irregularities.Well supported6 reports
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UTTAM serves as Deputy Commissioner and District Election Officer in Gurgaon, leading the special intensive revision of electoral rolls.Some support1 report1 development inside
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An EC circular affects voter registration in Gurgaon.Some support1 report
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AAP protested outside the Election Commission office in Punjab, while the BJP launched a sharp attack on the demonstration.Some support1 report1 development inside
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BJP leaders protested outside the election commission in Punjab, challenging the electoral process and Modi's right to rule.Some support1 report
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Opposition bloc and Congress held protests in Delhi and Bengaluru against the Election Commission.Well supported23 reports4 developments inside
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A controversy has arisen regarding the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.Well supported16 reports4 developments inside
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Opposition leaders marched to the Supreme Court and filed a petition demanding the resignation of the Chief Election Commissioner.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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The Election Commission formally recognized the merger of the Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party.Some support1 report
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The Election Commission conducted a Special Intensive Revision drive amid opposition challenges regarding electoral irregularities.Some support1 report4 developments inside
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The Indian National Congress announced its opposition to the use of Electronic Voting Machines and electoral roll revisions.Some support1 report
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YS Avinash Reddy urged the election commission to intervene immediately regarding issues in Pulivendula.Some support3 reports
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Amidst the ongoing UP assembly elections, the Election Commission is facing complaints from the Samajwadi Party regarding the electoral process and the actions of officials like Gyanesh Kumar.Some support9 reports4 developments inside
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The Samajwadi Party criticized the Election Commission regarding the detention of protesters.Some support2 reports
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Rahul Gandhi and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) demanded the resignation of the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) over electoral roll irregularities.Well supported18 reports
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Protesters in Mumbai demand the resignation of Election Commission chief Gyanesh Kumar.Some support1 report
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MPCC accuses the Election Commission of bias and demands government action regarding the drought in Maharashtra.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The Election Commission of India conducted MLC polls in Bihar, while Danish urged the ECI to investigate cash for votes.Some support1 report
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P. Chidambaram demands a review of the Election Commission's recent decisions, citing legal precedents.Some support2 reports
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Anita Yadav is accused of manipulating electoral rolls in Bihar, while the Vice President criticized the Election Commission's integrity actions.Some support5 reports
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Court ruling mandates the Election Commission integrate changes.Well supported5 reports
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Protests against the Election Commission occurred in New Delhi, while specific concerns about survey methods and poll influence arose in Bihar.Well supported6 reports1 development inside
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Protesters accused the Election Commission of irregularities in the SIR process in Delhi, leading to the detention of Bora.Some support1 report
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The Sri Lankan election commission oversees the country's electoral process.Some support3 reports2 developments inside
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The Sri Lankan Election Commission revealed issues concerning voter influence on October 1st.Some support1 report
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The Election Commission of India directed a Special Summary Revision in Assam on October 1, 2026.Some support1 report
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The Aam Aadmi Party protested alleged vote theft and issues related to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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AAP protested alleged institutional irregularities, leading to the detention of Ashutosh during demonstrations.Well supported6 reports
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The Election Commission is managing voter rolls in Delhi, and Maya Devi resides in Mayur Vihar.Some support1 report
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The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process is currently under scrutiny regarding issues of exclusion.Well supported5 reports2 developments inside
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The Election Commission is determining the fate of party names and symbols amid faction claims during bypolls in West Bengal.Well supported14 reports6 developments inside
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The Election Commission oversees bypolls in West Bengal and hears leaders from various political factions.Some support1 report
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What's reaching election commission
Events traced to election commission, step by step, newest first- Protests against CEC could challenge Election Commission's integrityPolitical pressure from protests could challenge the Election Commission's integrityPossible
- Election commission must manage by-polls following AIADMK MLA resignationsElection commission must manage by-polls following AIADMK MLA resignationsAlready happening
- Protests in Delhi challenge election commission's integrity and authorityThe election commission faces a plausible challenge to its integrity and authorityPossible
- Election commission must manage vote on crime victims' rightsElection commission must administer November vote on crime victims' rights amendment.Already happening
- Protests over vote deletions challenge election commission's integrityThe election commission faces challenges to its integrity from voter deletion protestsPossible
- Election delays may disrupt the Election Commission's operational timelineElection delays and political challenges may disrupt the Election Commission's timelineLikely
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- Opposition protests challenge Election Commission's integrity over electoral rollsThe Election Commission faces institutional pressure due to allegations of vote theft and SIR irregularities.Possible
- CPI(M) protest demands Chief Election Commissioner's resignationCPI(M) protest demands call for Chief Election Commissioner's resignationReported
- How will the Supreme Court's ruling on the SAVE program affect the election commission?The ruling expands database access but limits voter purges for election commissionReported
- How will the postponement of local government elections affect the Election Commission?Election Commission faces uncertainty over rescheduled local government pollsReported
Explainers that pass through election commission
election commission is a step on the way to someone else- Traders appeal to Modi over protests disrupting commerceTraders appeal to Modi over protests disrupting commerceLikely
- New leadership in Gandhinagar may shift regional coordination with AhmedabadNew leadership in Gandhinagar may shift regional coordination with AhmedabadPossible
- Allegations of vote theft could challenge BJP's electoral narrativeAllegations of vote theft could challenge BJP's electoral narrativePossible
- Protests over vote theft challenge Modi government's legitimacyThe protests over alleged vote theft could challenge Narendra Modi's government legitimacyLikely
- Opposition protests over vote theft increase security demands on MHAIncreased security demands on MHA due to electoral protestsLikely
- Opposition protests could challenge Government of India's electoral authoritySustained opposition protests may challenge the legitimacy of the Government of IndiaPossible
Around election commission this week
News at the entities that move election commission most-
Gyanesh Kumar StructuralAnti-CEC protests continue in Delhi, while the Indian diaspora stages demonstrations in London demanding resignation.Moves election commission
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Sukhbir Singh StructuralSukhbir Singh serves as an Election Commissioner.Moves election commission
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Gyanesh Kumar StructuralAamir Khan met Raj Thackeray in Mumbai while Imran Khan faced detention and protested Gyanesh Kumar.Moves election commission
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Vivek Joshi StructuralAmidst procedural issues with the ECI, a minister criticized the body's credibility as leaders raised objections to the poll panel at Lok Bhavan.Moves election commission
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supreme court StructuralAuthorities arrested evaders at Ben Gurion Airport following a Supreme Court ruling stressing the necessity of law enforcement.Moves election commission
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Bangladesh StructuralFICCI urges the Bangladeshi government to implement energy sector reforms to attract foreign investment.Moves election commission
Connections
The 40 strongest of 1,221, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Mani C. Kappan Structural
A's political status is formally subject to the declaration of a vacant seat by the Election Commission.
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India Structural
The Election Commission is a constitutionally mandated regulatory body whose function is defined by India's legal and political framework.
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Gyanesh Kumar Structural
Gyanesh Kumar holds the formal executive position of Chief Election Commissioner within the Election Commission.
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Sukhbir Singh Structural
Sukhbir Singh serves as an Election Commissioner, actively participating in and often objecting to the Commission's decisions.
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Mallikarjun Kharge Operational
Kharge and the opposition bloc actively challenge the integrity and decisions of the Election Commission through protests and legal petitions.
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Gyanesh Kumar Structural
Gyanesh Kumar serves as the Chief Election Commissioner, holding a formal leadership role within the Election Commission.
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Sukhbir Singh Structural
Sukhbir Singh serves as an Election Commissioner, formally participating in and dissenting from the institutional decisions of the Election Commission.
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Vivek Joshi Structural
Vivek Joshi serves as a formal Election Commissioner within the Election Commission.
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Vivek Yadav Structural
Vivek Yadav holds the appointed office of Chief Electoral Officer, functionally leading the Election Commission.
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Bharatiya Janata Party Operational
The BJP and the Election Commission are engaged in a highly contentious, bidirectional relationship marked by mutual scrutiny, political conflict, and allegations of influence over electoral processes.
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Nasir Uddin Structural
Nasir Uddin serves as the Chief Election Commissioner of the institution.
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Bihar Shared context
The Election Commission conducts electoral processes and voter roll revisions within the political jurisdiction of Bihar.
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Rahul Gandhi Operational
Rahul Gandhi and the Election Commission are engaged in continuous, high-stakes conflict over electoral integrity and procedural fairness.
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Tamil Nadu Structural
The Election Commission formally regulates and oversees all electoral processes and compliance within the state of Tamil Nadu.
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Uttar Pradesh Structural
The Election Commission formally regulates, schedules, and oversees all electoral processes within the state of Uttar Pradesh.
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Mizoram Structural
The Election Commission of India exercises formal administrative and regulatory authority over electoral processes within Mizoram.
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Goa Structural
The Election Commission formally regulates and manages electoral processes, including party registration and voter rolls, within the state of Goa.
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Asaduddin Owaisi Operational
Owaisi actively challenges and criticizes the Election Commission's electoral processes, decisions, and perceived independence.
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Akhilesh Yadav Operational
Akhilesh Yadav and his opposition bloc actively challenge the Election Commission's impartiality and integrity through allegations and political protests.
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Vivek Joshi Structural
Vivek Joshi serves as a Commissioner within the Election Commission, participating in its decision-making and oversight processes.
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Gandhi Operational
Gandhi and his political movement actively challenge the Election Commission's integrity, alleging electoral manipulation and demanding institutional accountability.
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supreme court Structural
The Supreme Court exercises judicial oversight and regulatory authority over the Election Commission's processes and decisions.
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parliament Structural
Parliament establishes the constitutional and legislative framework, controlling the Election Commission's structure, appointments, and oversight.
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Bangladesh Structural
The Election Commission is a governmental body whose mandate and operations are defined by the national provisions and territory of Bangladesh.
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Madhya Pradesh Structural
The Election Commission formally regulates and administers all electoral processes, including by-polls and roll revisions, within Madhya Pradesh.
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Congress Operational
Congress actively scrutinizes and challenges the Election Commission regarding electoral integrity, process fairness, and alleged partisan bias.
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Nilam Sawhney Structural
Nilam Sawhney holds an appointed position within the Election Commission.
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Pawan Diwan Structural
Pawan Diwan holds the official capacity of Secretary, executing the functional duties of the Election Commission, including schedule revisions.
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Kumar Structural
Kumar serves as the Chief Election Commissioner, holding a formal leadership position within the Election Commission.
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Kapil Sibal Operational
Kapil Sibal actively challenges the Election Commission's electoral processes, while the EC simultaneously scrutinizes Sibal's political and financial activities.
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TVK Structural
TVK's electoral status and participation are formally regulated and governed by the Election Commission's rules and processes.
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Singh Structural
Singh is a member of the Election Commission and actively participates in its functions.
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Tennessee Structural
The election commission operates under the legal and administrative authority of the State of Tennessee.
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Ritabrata Banerjee Structural
The Election Commission formally regulates, investigates, and adjudicates claims regarding Ritabrata Banerjee's faction's party name, funds, and leadership.
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Linda Phillips Structural
Linda Phillips serves in the capacity of Commission Administrator for the election commission.
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South Africa Structural
The Election Commission is a mandated governmental body responsible for managing the electoral processes and codes of conduct within South Africa.
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Papua New Guinea Structural
The election commission is formally established and mandated by the country to manage the electoral and governance processes.
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Krishna Kumar Tiwari Structural
Krishna Kumar Tiwari serves as a Director within the Election Commission of India.
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Sanjeev Kumar Jha Structural
Sanjeev Kumar Jha serves as the Chief Electoral Officer for the election commission.
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Ritabrata Banerjee Structural
The Election Commission is formally tasked with reviewing submissions and mediating leadership and party claims made by Ritabrata Banerjee's faction.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
44 events- A court verdict restricted police targeting of protesters, while activists demanded resignation over exam irregularities.
- Protests in Spain challenge the authority of the election commission chief, linked to Spanish media reports.
- Kumar accused Jagan of political convenience as Nilam Sawhney was appointed to the Election Commission and Reddy argued for neutral appointments.
- The ECI faces criticism over electoral roll revisions while Gyanesh Kumar serves as CEC, and the Indian diaspora in London supports Modi.
- Rajnath Singh alleges protests target the Election Commission, while opposition seeks regime change modeled after Bangladesh.
- Akhilesh Yadav and Mallikarjun Kharge challenged the Election Commission's decisions regarding electoral rolls.
- Mallikarjun Kharge demanded that the Election Commission implement digital voter rolls for upcoming elections.
- Criticism of electoral process flaws and alleged irregularities, with the ECI functioning under the Chief Election Commissioner.
- The state responded to youth protests, while the constitutional status of the Election Commission and the creation of the National Testing Agency were noted.
- In 2013, the IPCC report tracked global warming trends, and the Supreme Court instructed the Election Commission on voting rights.
- JAC demands a probe into Form-7 submissions and addresses electoral issues in Telangana.
- ECI procedures are being challenged in a Delhi court, where Dinesh Mehta is serving on the bench.
- Masud shared developments with the Election Commission, which held talks at Masud's office in Dhaka.
- Anand Sharma defended the constitutional framework of India and affirmed the Election Commission's role as a built-in democratic institution.
- Protests demanding the removal of the chief election commissioner began on October 1, 2026, with marches starting from Parliament to the ECI headquarters.
- The Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) received support from TMC, AAP, and DMK amidst protests against electoral roll revisions.
- The Election Commission sets the timetable for the Melaka state election, leading to debates and questions from political parties.
- Jagan called for a rethink of the Election Commission's appointment process and urged the Centre to amend the law.
- Protests in Delhi demand the resignation of the Election Commission chief over alleged electoral irregularities.
- Verification camps were held in the Narela segment by the election commission.
- Karnataka commissioned an indigenous naval vessel while protests erupted over alleged electoral irregularities.
- Saurav Das participates in a protest against alleged electoral roll irregularities.
- An EC circular affects voter registration in Gurgaon.
- AAP protested outside the Election Commission office in Punjab, while the BJP launched a sharp attack on the demonstration.
- BJP leaders protested outside the election commission in Punjab, challenging the electoral process and Modi's right to rule.
- Opposition bloc and Congress held protests in Delhi and Bengaluru against the Election Commission.
- Opposition leaders marched to the Supreme Court and filed a petition demanding the resignation of the Chief Election Commissioner.
- The Election Commission formally recognized the merger of the Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party.
- The Election Commission conducted a Special Intensive Revision drive amid opposition challenges regarding electoral irregularities.
- The Indian National Congress announced its opposition to the use of Electronic Voting Machines and electoral roll revisions.
- YS Avinash Reddy urged the election commission to intervene immediately regarding issues in Pulivendula.
- The Samajwadi Party criticized the Election Commission regarding the detention of protesters.
- Rahul Gandhi and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) demanded the resignation of the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) over electoral roll irregularities.
- Protesters in Mumbai demand the resignation of Election Commission chief Gyanesh Kumar.
- The Election Commission of India conducted MLC polls in Bihar, while Danish urged the ECI to investigate cash for votes.
- Court ruling mandates the Election Commission integrate changes.
- Protests against the Election Commission occurred in New Delhi, while specific concerns about survey methods and poll influence arose in Bihar.
- Protesters accused the Election Commission of irregularities in the SIR process in Delhi, leading to the detention of Bora.
- The Sri Lankan Election Commission revealed issues concerning voter influence on October 1st.
- The Election Commission of India directed a Special Summary Revision in Assam on October 1, 2026.
- The Aam Aadmi Party protested alleged vote theft and issues related to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process.
- AAP protested alleged institutional irregularities, leading to the detention of Ashutosh during demonstrations.
- The Election Commission is managing voter rolls in Delhi, and Maya Devi resides in Mayur Vihar.
- The Election Commission oversees bypolls in West Bengal and hears leaders from various political factions.
September 2026
9 events- ECI members objected to changes in Form 6 rules regarding electoral rolls.
- The Election Commission is overseeing electoral rolls in Uttar Pradesh, amid allegations of roll deletions by the Samajwadi Party.
- A controversy has arisen regarding the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.
- Amidst the ongoing UP assembly elections, the Election Commission is facing complaints from the Samajwadi Party regarding the electoral process and the actions of officials like Gyanesh Kumar.
- MPCC accuses the Election Commission of bias and demands government action regarding the drought in Maharashtra.
- P. Chidambaram demands a review of the Election Commission's recent decisions, citing legal precedents.
- Anita Yadav is accused of manipulating electoral rolls in Bihar, while the Vice President criticized the Election Commission's integrity actions.
- The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process is currently under scrutiny regarding issues of exclusion.
- The Election Commission is determining the fate of party names and symbols amid faction claims during bypolls in West Bengal.
August 2026
2 eventsShow 2 earlier months
July 2026
1 eventJune 2026
4 events- Congress and the Election Commission of India conducted field operations in Karnataka to address concerns regarding electoral roll revision.
- Concerns raised regarding the transparency of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process for electoral rolls in Telangana, including issues of vote deletion.
- The Supreme Court upheld the Election Commission's power to conduct the Special Intensive Revision (SIR), amid accusations against Rahul Gandhi for opposing the process.
- The Sri Lankan election commission oversees the country's electoral process.