Foreign Nationals Discovered on Bihar Voter Rolls

Concerns have been raised after the Election Commission of India (ECI) reported discovering a substantial number of foreign nationals from Nepal and Bangladesh on the draft electoral rolls for Bihar. This discovery comes as the state prepares to publish its updated voter list on August 1st.

How Were the Foreign Nationals Discovered?

During the revision process, electors are required to submit their Election Form (EF), ideally accompanied by supporting eligibility documents. This process is designed to verify the identity and citizenship of those registering to vote. It appears that through this process, the ECI identified the inclusion of a large number of individuals from neighboring countries.

What Happens Next?

The ECI is currently investigating the matter to determine the extent of the issue and how these names were added to the electoral rolls. Authorities are working diligently to remove ineligible individuals from the list and ensure the integrity of the electoral process. More information is expected to be released as the investigation progresses.