Opposition parties in Assam have raised concerns with the Chief Electoral Officer regarding alleged legal violations, political interference, and harassment of genuine voters during the ongoing Special Revision of electoral rolls. They have criticized the process as arbitrary and unconstitutional, warning that numerous eligible voters may be excluded from the final rolls set for release on February 10.
The parties have accused election officials of breaching various laws and directives, including the Representation of the People Act, 1950, and the Registration of Electors Rules, 1960. They have called for immediate corrective measures to ensure a fair and unbiased revision process. The draft electoral roll published on December 27, 2025, reportedly included 2.51 crore voters, with over 61 lakh households verified.
Despite the authorities identifying deceased and shifted voters, along with multiple entries for deletion, the opposition has questioned the validity of a significant number of objections filed during the claims and objections period. They have alleged that objections, mainly related to death or migration, were suspicious due to the rapid demographic changes claimed within a short period. The opposition has also criticized the handling of objections by Electoral Registration Officers, citing issues with notices and response periods.
The memorandum further alleges coercion and misuse of signatures by some Booth Level Officers, as well as the denial of address change opportunities to voters affected by eviction drives. Political interference has been highlighted, with reports of BJP involvement at the South Kamrup Co-District Office and targeted notices to members of the Miya community. The opposition has expressed concerns that such interference could compromise the integrity of the electoral process and impact the principles of equality and fair elections.
