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SC asks Calcutta HC to hear SIR-linked ration plea
Published 23 June 2026 ยท india
Synopsis The Supreme Court has directed a petitioner to take his plea challenging the exclusion of individuals from West Bengal's ration system to the Calcutta
Synopsis The Supreme Court has directed a petitioner to take his plea challenging the exclusion of individuals from West Bengal's ration system to the Calcutta High Court. The plea contests orders linking ration card eligibility to electoral roll classifications from a special revision, potentially affecting millions. The petitioner argued for urgent listing, citing similar practices in other states.
Published: June 24, 2026 โข 12:34 AM IST ยท Updated: June 24, 2026 โข 1:36 AM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
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Synopsis The Supreme Court has directed a petitioner to take his plea challenging the exclusion of individuals from West Bengal's ration system to the Calcutta High Court.
The plea contests orders linking ration card eligibility to electoral roll classifications from a special revision, potentially affecting millions.
The petitioner argued for urgent listing, citing similar practices in other states.