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The Election Commission clarified that a duplication in EPIC numbers across states does not indicate fake voters, as one can only vote at their designated polling station. Efforts are being made to ensure unique EPIC numbers for all electors, with the ERONET 2.0 platform assisting in this correction process.

TMC leader Saket Gokhale accuses the election commission of India of covering up alleged voter list frauds, highlighting duplication in Voter IDs. He questions the ECI's claims about EPIC numbers and asserts that such duplications could lead to voter suppression. The TMC demands the EC accept the error and rectify the rolls within 100 days to avoid further exposure.

The Delhi high court was informed that the election commission of India would resolve Congress MP Randeep Singh Surjewala's request for electoral rolls from Haryana and Maharashtra by April. The court acknowledged the need for a prompt decision, aiming for utmost transparency during the electoral process.

Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar has urged all eligible citizens of India to register as electors and participate in the electoral process. He emphasised that voting is the first step towards national service.

Former USAID mission director for India, Veena Reddy, is under scrutiny after US President Donald Trump questioned a $21 million aid package aimed at boosting voter turnout in India. The BJP claims this confirms foreign interference in Indian elections, while Congress dismisses the remarks.

Delhi Jal Board has reported rising ammonia levels in the Yamuna, attributed to industrial activities in Haryana. The fluctuating ammonia levels, reaching up to 8.4ppm, could disrupt Delhi's water supply. A proposed ammonia treatment plant at Wazirabad has faced delays. These fluctuations have created operational difficulties, occasionally halting water treatment plants. Despite challenges, water supply remained unaffected on Wednesday.

Actor Vijay's party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), criticized the three-language policy dispute between the state and the Centre, comparing it to a fight among kindergarten students. Vijay expressed that TVK aims to become a major political force in Tamil Nadu by 2026. Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin highlighted potential losses in MP representation due to constituency delimitation.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin called for a meeting of registered political parties to discuss the Union government's proposed delimitation of Lok Sabha constituencies in 2026. Stalin expressed concern that TN's successful population control measures could reduce its representation in the Lok Sabha by eight seats, affecting the state's rights.