Sacks full of voter ID cards found in Bengal, sparks fraud allegations ahead of Polls

A sack filled with voter ID cards was discovered abandoned near Krishna Kalitala under Santipur police station in Nadia district. Locals, attending a funeral at the nearby immersion ghat, noticed voter ID cards scattered around a sack and later found more inside upon opening it. Police were informed and arrived at the scene to recover the abandoned voter IDs. Initial reports indicate that the cards belong to multiple districts, including North 24 Parganas, Hooghly, and Nadia. Officials have not yet confirmed whether the IDs are genuine or fake.

The opposition has alleged that ruling party operatives dumped the voter ID cards following Election Commission directives, claiming it as evidence of electoral malpractice. However, ruling party leaders have denied the accusations, calling them baseless. Police have taken custody of the voter ID cards and begun an investigation to determine their origin, how they were discarded, and whether any electoral violations occurred. Authorities have yet to issue an official statement on their findings.

The incident has raised concerns ahead of the elections, with security agencies and the Election Commission expected to review the matter closely. Officials are working to trace the names and addresses on the recovered voter ID cards. The police have urged the public to come forward with any information related to the case. Further details are awaited as investigations continue.