A former Indian envoy, who has served in countries including the UAE and Egypt, has raised concerns regarding the Election Commission of India’s special intensive revision (SIR) of the voter rolls. He has specifically questioned the requirement for “unspecified documents” to prove citizenship, despite his extensive representation of India abroad. The envoy seeks clarity on these issues as the electoral process evolves.
“Sharing my experience with SIR in Punjab. Went to BLO, submitted voter ID and Aadhaar card, was assured that everything is in order. “I happen to have documents other than voter ID and Aadhaar card. But can’t help asking: If I have trouble establishing my citizenship after representing India in three countries, what’s the fate of the common citizen?
Got a message today from a volunteer saying some details don’t match with SIR in 2003!” he said in one of the posts.
Ease of Living, I presume!” the former diplomat said.
