3 Things EC tightens verification, Punjab flood rehabilitation, and Ladakh protests
Sep 26, 2025
Raakhi Jagga, a reporter with The Indian Express covering Punjab, shares vital insights on the recent devastating floods and the ongoing rehabilitation efforts. She discusses the creative use of local venues for relief and the inspiring involvement of celebrities and NGOs in rebuilding communities. Raakhi also delves into the political dynamics surrounding flood aid, including PM Modi's response. Additionally, she touches on the rising unrest in Ladakh, where residents are demanding statehood and protections, highlighting the region's complex socio-political landscape.
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Verification Gaps Allowed Bulk Deletion
- The EC's voter-deletion system allowed anyone in a constituency to file Form 7 using just a phone number and EPIC, creating verification gaps.
- This flaw made it possible to submit bulk deletion requests without proving phone-Aadhaar ownership until the new change.
Use Aadhaar-Linked OTP For Submissions
- The Election Commission added an e-sign OTP step tied to an Aadhaar-linked phone to submit voter forms.
- Use Aadhaar-linked numbers for voter updates to prevent fraudulent deletions going forward.
Villagers Return To Sludge-Damaged Homes
- Raakhi Jagga described villagers returning to damaged homes with sludge-soaked belongings after Punjab's rains receded.
- Rehabilitation has begun in many villages, but work is slower where fields still hold water.