‘EC should regain credibility’: Ashok Lavasa says poll panel must regain public trust amid SIR controversy

Ashok Lavasa stressed the importance of the Election Commission regaining trust during recent protests over electoral roll irregularities. He highlighted concerns regarding the integrity of the Special Intensive Revision exercise and its impact on voter rights. The commission’s credibility is questioned due to dissent among its members and lack of transparency in decision-making. Prakash Raj labeled the exercise as detrimental to democracy, extending criticism to ruling party actions.