Bengal Elections 2026 | From Citizens To 'Under Adjudication': Ex-Enclave Voters In Limbo
In the former enclaves of Cooch Behar, residents who became Indian citizens after the India-Bangladesh Land Boundary Agreement now face fresh uncertainty ahead of the Bengal elections. Many in villages like Madhya Mashaldanga say their names are missing from voter lists following the SIR exercise, with thousands marked "under adjudication" despite holding Aadhaar, ration and voter ID cards. From an Ayurvedic doctor to daily wage workers, residents question why their citizenship and voting rights are being scrutinised again. Anger and anxiety are visible, especially among the youth, as they run from pillar to post seeking answers. NDTV's Rittick Mondal reports from the ground, where the right to vote - once secured - now hangs in the balance.
