Muslims the target? Fury as millions lose voting rights in India’s Bengal
Shocking news from West Bengal, India: Over 9 million people have lost their voting rights after a controversial electoral roll revision. Disturbingly, analysis shows Muslim voters have been disproportionately affected, especially in districts where they could sway the election. Many, like 73-year-old Nabijan, are excluded due to minor name discrepancies on documents. With special tribunals overwhelmed, they likely can't vote in the upcoming election. Critics accuse the election authorities of a systematic effort to remove voters unlikely to support the ruling party. This also places an excessive burden on women and the poor who struggle to provide 'perfect' documentation. A deeply concerning development for democratic rights.
https://www.aljazeera.com/news