WB SIR Case Update Today: Ultimate Warning?

Key Highlights

1. The Supreme Court held a detailed hearing of nearly 90 minutes on the WB SIR case.
2. The Court made it clear that the SIR process must continue and that no obstruction will be tolerated.
3. The Election Commission holds full authority over SIR, and the state government is legally bound to comply.
4. Micro observers will only assist EROs and AEROs and cannot take final decisions, giving limited relief to the state.
5. The Court directed 8,500+ officers to report by 5 PM, raising concerns as the state failed to submit the officers’ name list.
6. The Election Commission has the power to replace or retain EROs and AEROs, but final decisions will rest with EROs.
7. The Supreme Court took serious note of burning of SIR-related forms and issued a show-cause notice to the State DGP, asking for a personal affidavit.
8. The Court asked the state government to review earlier suspension directives issued by the Election Commission.
9. The Supreme Court extended the SIR timeline by seven days, ensuring procedural continuity.
10. Overall, the hearing marked a major legal win for the Election Commission, while the state government secured only marginal relief.

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