Karnataka Congress Officials Who Miss SIR Conclave May Face Removal, Says D.K. Shivakumar

As of May 24, 2026, the Congress Party is convening a strategic conclave in anticipation of the upcoming Scheduled Electoral Reforms (SIR), set to begin on June 20. Party officials have expressed concerns that the reforms may disproportionately affect their voter base, potentially leading to the deletion of votes.

The SIR initiative is aimed at modernizing the electoral process and increasing the accuracy of voter rolls. However, the Congress Party argues that the implementation could result in the disenfranchisement of many voters, particularly among historically marginalized communities who may not have adequate access to the necessary documentation for verifying their voter registration status.

In preparation for these changes, the Congress Party is expected to develop a comprehensive strategy to ensure their supporters are well-informed about the reforms and any actions they may need to take to protect their voting rights.