Election Commission refutes Tejashwi Yadav’s claim of voter list omission, questions authenticity of EPIC number shown at press meet.
🚨 Election Commission Rejects Tejashwi Yadav’s Voter ID Claim
In a developing controversy, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has issued a formal notice to RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav, disputing his claim that his name is missing from the electoral roll and stating that the voter ID (EPIC number) he showed during a press conference is not officially issued.
🧾 The Controversial EPIC Number
During a press conference on August 2, 2025, Tejashwi Yadav showcased an EPIC card with the number RAB2916120 to highlight his name being allegedly removed from the voter list. He said he was unable to find his voter details online, alleging a larger conspiracy to delete names arbitrarily.
However, the Commission’s preliminary investigation found:
- EPIC number RAB2916120 is not valid or officially issued.
- Tejashwi’s actual voter details exist under EPIC number RAB0456228, listed at serial number 416 of polling station 204 (Library Building of Bihar Animal Science University).
📩 Official Notice from the Commission
In its notice to Mr. Yadav, the Commission stated:
“According to preliminary investigation, EPIC number RAB2916120 does not appear to be officially issued. You are requested to provide details and the original copy of this EPIC card for thorough investigation.”
🗳️ The Allegations from Tejashwi Yadav
Yadav had earlier accused the Commission of:
- Removing over 65 lakh names from the voter list.
- Not providing key details like booth numbers, voter addresses, or valid EPIC numbers in the revised draft rolls.
- Intentionally making it difficult for parties to verify whose names were deleted.
🔍 Background: Draft Electoral Rolls & Special Intensive Revision
The dispute follows the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process, which led to controversy after the publication of the draft electoral rolls in Bihar. The Commission had earlier dismissed claims of arbitrary deletions, attributing changes to deaths, migrations, and legitimate corrections.
📢 What’s Next?
The Election Commission has asked Tejashwi Yadav to submit:
- The original EPIC card (RAB2916120) he showcased.
- Additional supporting documents for verification and investigation.
Until then, the Commission maintains that his official record remains active and visible on their portal.
📌 Key Takeaways:
- The Election Commission refuted Tejashwi’s missing voter claim.
- The EPIC number he used is not officially issued.
- His real voter ID is still valid and active in the system.
- The Commission demands clarification and original documentation.
Also Read : A Fact-Check from Election Commission After Tejashwi Yadav’s “Name Missing” Claim
