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Amid row over duplicate voter cards, EC calls for discussion with parties

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March 12, 2025

…as voters’ duplication row hits Parliament

- Mukesh Ranjan @ New Delhi

Amid the raging row over duplicate Electoral Photo Identity Card (EPIC) numbers, the Election Commission (EC) has written to all political parties, asking them to participate in a meeting to strengthen the election process within the legal framework, indicating that such an interaction could take place at their convenience.

In the meantime, the poll panel also invited suggestions from all national and regional parties to flag unresolved election issues by April 30 with concerned officials.

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