West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee attended the Supreme Court for a hearing on a petition challenging the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in the state. She criticized the Election Commission of India (ECI) for alleged political bias in conducting the SIR. Security was tightened at the Supreme Court premises ahead of the hearing on the SIR.
The Trinamool Congress’s social media post raised speculation about Banerjee presenting her case in court. The bench, led by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, along with Justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M. Panchol, is scheduled to hear the case. Banerjee’s petition questions the legality of the SIR process, expressing concerns about potential voter disenfranchisement.
Banerjee accused the ECI of acting with political motives and undermining democratic values. The hearing is expected to take place after 11 a.m. The petition targets both the ECI and the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) of West Bengal. Banerjee’s plea emphasizes the importance of impartiality and democratic principles in such processes.
Speculation arose about Banerjee personally arguing the case, although Trinamool Congress has not confirmed this. Party leaders affirmed her presence at the court during the hearing. Banerjee hinted at the possibility of arguing the case herself, clarifying that she would appear as a citizen, not as legal counsel. The apex court has two pending petitions related to the SIR, one filed by Banerjee and another by Trinamool Congress members.
