SIR in Karnataka: CM D.K. Shivakumar writes to CEC seeking extension of deadline for filing claims and objections
In his letter, the CM flagged the over 1.08 crore names marked as ASDDO and about 43 lakh voters who are set to receive notices for logical discrepancies as “alarming numbers”.
Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar of Karnataka has written to the Chief Election Commissioner of India, Gyanesh Kumar, requesting an extension of the deadline for filing claims and objections in the upcoming phase of the electoral process. This appeal came after the publication of the draft electoral rolls, which revealed alarming discrepancies.
Over 1.08 crore voters were marked as ASDDO (Absent, Missing, Deceased or Deemed to have omitted) and about 43 lakh voters were set to receive notices due to logical discrepancies. The Chief Minister urged the CEC to take several steps to ensure a fair electoral process. These steps include extending the period for filing claims and objections, providing at least three to four weeks for voters facing notices to respond, and ensuring that every voter has a link to the 2002 electoral roll.
He also requested the CEC to direct the Chief Electoral Officer to implement the prescribed procedures thoroughly, including conducting Gram Sabhas in rural areas and Ward Committee meetings in urban areas. Moreover, Mr. Shivakumar emphasized that factors like mobility, poverty, lack of documentation, or information should not lead to disenfranchisement, and stressed on the need for an accurate and trusted voter roll.
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