Supreme Court Warns West Bengal Govt on SIR; Lok Sabha Debate on Om Birla’s Removal
Supreme Court’s Strong Warning on SIR in West Bengal
The Supreme Court has issued a stern warning to the West Bengal government regarding the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) voter list controversy. Chief Justice Surya Kant emphasized that no one should dare question the integrity of judicial officers, stating that such actions will not be tolerated.
The warning comes amidst petitions challenging the removal of certain names from the voter list, underlining the Court’s commitment to maintaining judicial independence and fairness.
Lok Sabha Debate: Motion Against Speaker Om Birla
In a major parliamentary development, the Lok Sabha today discussed a no-confidence motion against Speaker Om Birla. The motion, moved by the opposition, accuses the Speaker of bias and seeks his removal from office.
Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju initiated the debate on behalf of the government, which opposed the motion strongly. The session witnessed heated exchanges between ruling and opposition parties, reflecting the intensity of the discussion.
Supreme Court to Hear Petitions on SIR Name Removal
The Supreme Court will hear petitions from individuals whose names were removed from the SIR voter list. The case is under close observation, as it affects voter rights and the integrity of elections in West Bengal. The Court has requested detailed arguments from both parties to ensure a fair and transparent electoral process.
Election Commission Statement
Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar reassured citizens that all eligible voters will have the right to vote, emphasizing that the ongoing SIR dispute will not affect the fairness of elections in West Bengal.
