Special Intensive Revision (SIR) hearing in Harishchandrapur under Malda District, West Bengal took an unusual turn when a young man brought soil from his grandfather’s grave to prove his Indian identity.
Salek, a resident of Wari–Daulatpur village, appeared at the SIR hearing centre with land papers and other documents. He said his family has lived here for generations and claimed that despite valid records, they are being repeatedly asked to prove their citizenship.
“My family has lived in this country for generations. Our ancestors are buried in this soil,” Salek said.
“If these documents are still not enough, then the Election Commission should conduct a DNA test. That will clearly prove that we are the descendants of my grandfather and citizens of India.”
According to the family, all three brothers have received notices under the SIR process, asking them to appear for hearings to prove their citizenship. “Despite having all valid papers, we are being harassed in the name of identifying illegal voters,” Salek alleged. “So, I brought soil from my grandfather’s grave to show that our roots are here.”
The incident sparked discussion among locals, many of whom said the process has left people worried and stressed. Political leaders also reacted, accusing the Election Commission of harassment and acting under pressure.
some inputs via MILLENNIUM POST
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