Mamata Banerjee Celebrates Supreme Court Win for Bengal Voters

Mamata Banerjee Celebrates Supreme Court Win for Bengal Voters

By Kunal Chatterjee 

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee beamed with joy on Thursday after the Supreme Court delivered a major relief to voters hit by the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process. The court ruled that people whose names were deleted during judicial checks can still vote if Appellate Tribunals clear them up to 48 hours before polling. Banerjee called it a huge win for democracy and took full credit for pushing the case.

She shared her excitement while speaking to reporters in Cooch Behar, where she held three campaign rallies. "Congratulations to everyone," Banerjee said. "I kept telling voters to stay patient because victory would be ours. I am very happy and proud of our country's judicial system. Remember, I approached the Supreme Court myself. No one is happier than me today." Her words reflected deep relief for the over 60 lakh names flagged in "logical discrepancy" cases during SIR. Of these, 27 lakh were marked excludable, but 19 Appellate Tribunals now handle their fates.

The verdict sets clear timelines. Voters for the first phase on April 23 can get back on rolls if cleared by April 21. Those for the second phase on April 29 have until April 27. This stops last-minute exclusions and ensures fair play in the assembly polls.

Banerjee wasted no time guiding her team. She instructed Trinamool Congress workers to help newly cleared voters get their slips fast. "Party workers must ensure voter slips reach everyone whose names get settled by the tribunals," she directed. "They should definitely arrive before the elections." Her focus stays on turning this judicial boost into higher turnout for her party.

Throughout the day, Banerjee appeared elated, urging supporters to assist affected families. She highlighted how the SIR process had sparked fears of foul play, but the court's order restores hope. "This is a victory for the common people," she added, linking it to her long fight against voter list manipulations.

Opposition voices stayed muted, but Banerjee's rally crowds in Cooch Behar cheered her optimism. With polls nearing, she positions this as proof of her commitment to democratic rights. Her proactive steps and Supreme Court push strengthen Trinamool's campaign in key areas.

Banerjee's response shows her knack for blending legal wins with grassroots action. Voters now eye the tribunals eagerly, knowing timely clearances mean their voices count.