Booth-wise list of 65 lakh deleted Bihar voters published on website: EC to SC
New Delhi: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has informed the Supreme Court that a booth-wise list of approximately 65 lakh voters, whose names have been excluded from the draft electoral roll in Bihar, has been uploaded to the official websites of all 38 District Election Officers (DEOs) in the state. The list includes reasons for their non-inclusion.
In a status report filed ahead of a hearing on a petition challenging the validity of the special intensive revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar, the Election Commission detailed the exclusions, categorising them into three primary reasons: death, change of ordinary residence, and duplicate entries, as reported by Deccan Herald on Friday.
The Commission clarified that the booth-wise list has been made available at the Panchayat Bhavan and Block Development Officers' offices.
Moreover, Booth Level Officers (BLOs) and Booth Level Agents (BLAs) have been equipped with copies of the list. They are stationed at various villages and urban areas, providing assistance to residents by clarifying the reasons for exclusion and helping them file claims, objections, or corrections. These actions follow the procedure laid out under the SIR order of June 24, 2025, the EC said.
The Election Commission further stated that publicity has been given regarding the availability of the list. Announcements have been made through newspapers, radio, television, and social media platforms, including the official accounts of the DEOs.
“The public notices expressly mention that aggrieved persons may submit their claims along with a copy of their Aadhaar card,” the EC stated.
The matter is scheduled for hearing on Friday.
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Delhi Police on high alert ahead of Lionel Messi's Delhi visit
New Delhi (PTI): Delhi Police has beefed up security in the central parts of the national capital and set up traffic restrictions as global football icon Lionel Messi sets foot in the city, the final stop of his GOAT tour of India.
The Argentine legend is scheduled to attend an event at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Monday between 1 pm and 4 pm. He kicked off the tour in Kolkata, which turned chaotic. However, the 2022 World Cup champion's Hyderabad and Mumbai visit went on smoothly.
With Delhi ready to welcome Messi, police are maintaining heightened vigil, especially in view of the recent fiasco in Kolkata, where chaos erupted at the Salt Lake Stadium after thousands of fans protested over failing to get a clear glimpse of the icon.
Delhi Police said an elaborate and multi-layered security bandobast has been put in place for Messi's visit. A senior police officer said comprehensive arrangements have been made with a strong focus on crowd management, access control and traffic regulation.
According to police, multiple security rings have been established around the venue, with deployment of additional police personnel along with paramilitary forces to maintain law and order. Entry to the stadium and designated areas is being strictly regulated, and no one is being permitted without a valid pass.
"Anti-sabotage checks, frisking points and surveillance through CCTV cameras form a key part of the security plan," the officer said.
The officer added that quick reaction teams, senior supervisory officers and emergency response units are on standby throughout the event, with public safety being the top priority.
On the traffic front, Deputy Commissioner of Police (Traffic) Nishant Gupta said they have identified three main parking areas for labelled vehicles, including P1 near Vikram Nagar. Vehicles without labels are required to be parked at the Rajghat Powerhouse parking lot and Mata Sundari Lane, from where pedestrians can walk to the stadium.
App-based taxi users have been advised to alight vehicles at Rajghat Chowk and walk. Parking has been strictly prohibited around the Arun Jaitley Stadium, and vehicles found parked there will be towed and fined, the officer said.
The public has been encouraged to use the metro and buses as far as possible to reduce congestion and ensure smooth movement.
Public movement is expected to pick up around 11 am. Commuters have been advised to avoid Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, ITO, Delhi Gate, Netaji Subhash Marg and Brijmohan Chowk from 10 am till the event concludes.
