Image used for representative purposes NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Friday declined to entertain pleas seeking its intervention over allegations that certain officials deputed for election duty were excluded from voter rolls in the upcoming West Bengal Assembly elections.A bench headed by Chief Justice Surya Kant told the petitioners to approach the appropriate appellate tribunal, observing that the court could not “change its orders every day.”“Please raise the problem before the Appellate Tribunal. We can’t change our orders every day,” the CJI said during the hearing, as quoted by ANI.However, during the proceedings, Justice Joymalya Bagchi observed that regardless of whether they are able to vote in the current elections, the more significant issue of their continued inclusion in the electoral rolls would be examined by the court.Counsel representing the petitioners argued that even individuals engaged in election duty are entitled to vote, prompting the court’s observation that the matter should be pursued through the prescribed legal mechanism.The court also granted liberty to persons excluded from the voter roll in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise in West Bengal elections to approach the Chief Justice of the Calcutta High Court with their grievance.A bench led by CJI Surya Kant further directed Appellate Tribunals to grant out-of-turn hearings in cases of excluded persons whose appeals are pending, particularly where urgency is demonstrated. The court said, “As regards those names who have been excluded in SIR and those who have filed appeals before the Appellate Tribunal, the Tribunal may grant them out of turn hearing of appeals, especially to appellants who are able to prove urgency.”The court noted that most issues had already been addressed in its April 13 order and observed, “We can understand that issues may arise on day to day basis.”It further clarified that petitioners and stakeholders may approach the Chief Justice of the Calcutta High Court either administratively or judicially, depending on the nature of the grievance.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosBJP Declares Yogi Adityanath as CM Face for 2027 UP Assembly ElectionsRSS’ Dattatreya Hosabale In US: “Hindus Not Supremacist, Have Nothing To Apologise For”“Unfair To Drag Armed Forces”: Gen MM Naravane After Rahul Gandhi Cites Unpublished Memoir In LSIndia Urges Citizens Not To Travel To Iran, Asks Nationals To Leave Amid Ongoing Tensions‘Kabhi India Aake Dekho’: Iran Mocks Donald Trump With Maharashtra Video After ‘Hellhole’ Row‘Uninformed, Inappropriate’: India Responds To Trump’s ‘Hell-hole’ Comment‘In Touch With Iran’: MEA Confirms Indian Crew Safe After Hormuz FiringViolent Clashes Mar Bengal Phase 1 Voting As Tamil Stars Contribute To 82% TurnoutFrance Waives Airport Transit Visa For Indian Nationals, Boosts Travel EaseTop Military Leadership Of India And US Engage To Discuss Common Concerns In The Indo-pacific123PhotostoriesMeet the unexpected animals that can grab, grip and climb like humans5 things teens wish parents would stop doingGrowing Hibiscus at home this summer isn’t hard, if you get the basics rightThe cross-ventilation trick that can cool your room without ACHeatwave travel alert: 5 common mistakes tourists are making in famous citiesHow to make South Indian Mysore Masala Dosa for breakfast at home5 relationship lessons to learn from Sudha Murty and Narayana Murthy5 animals that can switch gender, and the science behind itCan air conditioning make us sick? Doctor warns sudden cooling, dry air and dirty ACs may be making you sick: Here’s how it affects your body10 beautiful baby girl names that mean grace and elegance123Hot PicksBengal Election 2026UP Board Class 10 result 2026Bengal election dos and don’tsTamil Nadu pollsSIR ProtestTN election dos and don’tsBank Holidays AprilTop TrendingWest Bengal electionTamil Nadu electionDianna RussiniNFL TradeTaylor SwiftMike VrabelUPMSP 12th ResultAnna KournikovasDNA TestIPL Orange Cap
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Friday declined to entertain pleas seeking its intervention over allegations that certain officials deputed for election duty were excluded from voter rolls in the upcoming West Bengal Assembly elections.A bench headed by Chief Justice Surya Kant told the petitioners to approach the appropriate appellate tribunal, observing that the court could not “change its orders every day.”“Please raise the problem before the Appellate Tribunal. We can’t change our orders every day,” the CJI said during the hearing, as quoted by ANI.However, during the proceedings, Justice Joymalya Bagchi observed that regardless of whether they are able to vote in the current elections, the more significant issue of their continued inclusion in the electoral rolls would be examined by the court.Counsel representing the petitioners argued that even individuals engaged in election duty are entitled to vote, prompting the court’s observation that the matter should be pursued through the prescribed legal mechanism.The court also granted liberty to persons excluded from the voter roll in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise in West Bengal elections to approach the Chief Justice of the Calcutta High Court with their grievance.A bench led by CJI Surya Kant further directed Appellate Tribunals to grant out-of-turn hearings in cases of excluded persons whose appeals are pending, particularly where urgency is demonstrated. The court said, “As regards those names who have been excluded in SIR and those who have filed appeals before the Appellate Tribunal, the Tribunal may grant them out of turn hearing of appeals, especially to appellants who are able to prove urgency.”The court noted that most issues had already been addressed in its April 13 order and observed, “We can understand that issues may arise on day to day basis.”It further clarified that petitioners and stakeholders may approach the Chief Justice of the Calcutta High Court either administratively or judicially, depending on the nature of the grievance.
