Illegal Immigrants, Including Rohingyas & Bangladeshis, to Be Removed from Voter Lists

Jammu, Sept 7: Reports indicate that a number of Rohingyas and individuals from Bangladesh residing in Jammu & Kashmir may have gained voter registration and government-issued documents such as Aadhaar through manipulation. Officials say these individuals are deemed "illegal immigrants" and steps are now being taken to remove their names from electoral rolls after verification.

False Credentials and Electoral Rolls

Investigations reveal that certain individuals presumed to be Rohingyas or from Bangladesh have managed to obtain voter IDs and Aadhaar cards—traditional prerequisites for voting—despite being non-citizens. Electoral authorities confirmed that these anomalies will be addressed through a structured verification and deletion process.

Tea Leaf Districts Under Scrutiny

Jammu & Kashmir isn't alone in this challenge; several other states—such as Bihar, West Bengal, and Assam—are also grappling with similar issues of illegal immigrants being included in electoral lists. Experts emphasize that adequate document scrutiny and frequent audits are essential to maintain electoral integrity.

Verification via MHA Led Drive

Earlier this year, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) mandated strict verification across states, including J&K, to detain and identify illegal immigrants, especially Rohingyas and Bangladeshis. Those confirmed to be residing illegally were to be kept in district-level detention centres pending further action.

Legal & Demographic Impact

Removal of such names from voter lists may significantly impact voter demographics and political narratives in affected regions. Critics argue that while the action upholds legal norms, it must also ensure legitimate residents aren’t disenfranchised. Indian law under the Citizenship Act and Foreigners Act gives authorities this mandate—but also requires caution and due process.

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Source: Daily Excelsior (Read original)

Labels: Voter Verification, Illegal Immigration, Rohingyas, Bangladeshis, Election Roll Purge

Tags: #VoterList #IllegalImmigrants #Rohingya #Bangladeshis #ElectionIntegrity

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