A civil society group called ADR is sounding the alarm over a recent voter list cleanup in Bihar, claiming it could strip voting rights from hundreds of thousands—especially poorer and marginalized folks. They’ve taken the fight to India’s top court, arguing the Election Commission’s strict paperwork rules (like rejecting Aadhaar or ration cards as ID) unfairly lock out vulnerable communities.

Editor’s Note: This isn’t just bureaucratic red tape—it’s about who gets a say in democracy. If ADR’s claims hold up, entire communities could be silenced in future elections, skewing representation. It’s a high-stakes clash between election integrity and access, with Bihar’s political balance potentially on the line.