A 28-year-old man, Sheikh Kamrul, passed away in West Bengal’s Birbhum district, reportedly due to stress after being listed under the “under adjudication” category in the final electoral rolls. Kamrul, a contractual worker and the main provider for his family, was found in distress upon discovering his status while his wife’s name was approved. His family mentioned his anxiety and headaches related to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process.
Tension gripped Dhalla village in Suri following the news of Kamrul’s demise. His mother expressed concerns over his deteriorating health, attributing it to the pressure he faced due to the electoral roll situation. Kamrul was rushed to Suri Sadar Hospital after suffering a stroke but unfortunately did not survive the ordeal.
The Trinamool Congress (TMC) connected Kamrul’s death to the fear and stress induced by the SIR exercise, criticizing the BJP and the Election Commission. The local BJP leader, however, refuted these claims, emphasizing the need to avoid politicizing the tragic incident. The situation has left the community in shock, with 230 residents of Dhalla village also placed in the “under adjudication” category.
