From Hindustan Times
Center Owned by HT MediaHT Morning Brief Nov 4: EC says previously enrolled voters can submit Form 6 for inclusion, US midterm results pour in
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The Election Commission of India clarified that voters whose names have been deleted from the electoral rolls can file Form 6 to seek re‑inclusion without fear of prosecution or “false declaration” charges. This clarification, which affirms that it is okay to use Form 6 for re‑inclusion, follows a Delhi High Court order concerning voter enrolment through the form. The commission’s statement aims to alleviate concerns among previously enrolled voters about potential legal consequences when applying for reinstatement.
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left · 2 outlets
The ECI said existing voters whose names were missing from the draft rolls could submit Form-6. The central poll panel said such a submission will not be treated as a false declaration, and no punitive action would be initiated. The post No action against voters submitting Form-6 for re-enrolment…
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center · 2 outlets
New Delhi, Nov 3: The Election Commission of India has issued a significant clarification stating that previous electors whose names do not appear in the draft electoral rolls published during the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) can submit Form-6 for inclusion without the fear of…
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right · 2 outlets
To address the apprehension that enrolled voters may not file Form 6 during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) rolls for fear of prosecution for a false declaration, the Election Commission of India (ECI) on Tuesday assured them they can file it without hesitation and that no action will be taken…
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