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One state, 8 crore voters, one big fight: Bihar's ballot battle explodes; SIR controversy explained

IndiaTimes Wednesday, 9 July 2025 ()
Bihar's political atmosphere is tense as the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls faces strong opposition from the INDIA Bloc, alleging it favours the NDA in the upcoming assembly elections. The opposition has moved the Supreme Court, challenging the revision, citing concerns over timing, exclusionary tactics, and potential misuse of citizenship clauses.
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