Following the announcement of revised voter rolls in Bihar, protests erupted in Kolkata, India, on October 26th, 2023. Protesters gathered demanding the reinstatement of the original voter rolls. The election commission cited logistical adjustments as the reason for the changes. The demonstrations centered around concerns regarding accuracy and potential disenfranchisement of voters. Law enforcement responded to the protests, dispersing participants while maintaining order. The situation remains under investigation, with the election commission addressing public concerns regarding the revised process.
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