Amid SIR Debate, TMC Asks EC to Release Transcript of Meeting with Party's Delegation
The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has challenged the Election Commission of India to release a transcript of the meeting of a party delegation with the panel's top brass, amidst allegations of several deaths in West Bengal during the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise.
At a press conference in New Delhi on Saturday, TMC leaders questioned the Election Commission's decision to conduct the SIR exercise, claiming it has resulted in the deaths of several citizens. The party has been vocal in its opposition to the exercise, citing concerns over the safety and well-being of the people affected.
"We have written to the Election Commission, demanding a transcript of the meeting between their officials and our delegation," said a TMC leader. "We want to know what was discussed and what action was promised to address the concerns raised by us."
The TMC delegation had met with the Election Commission earlier this week to discuss the SIR exercise, which is aimed at updating the electoral rolls in West Bengal. The party has been critical of the exercise, alleging that it is being conducted in a hasty and unorganized manner, resulting in the deaths of several citizens.
The Election Commission has maintained that the SIR exercise is being conducted in accordance with the law and that all necessary precautions are being taken to ensure the safety of the people. However, the TMC has called for a thorough investigation into the allegations of deaths during the exercise.
The TMC's demand for the transcript of the meeting is likely to put pressure on the Election Commission to release more information about the SIR exercise and the discussions between the two parties. The outcome of this development will be closely watched by all parties involved in the electoral process in West Bengal.
