Demographic Changes and Electoral Integrity Closely Connected: Gaurav

Congress exposed after SC verdict on SIR; demographic review vital for National Security: Gaurav

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JAMMU, May 29: BJP spokesperson and Convenor, International Affairs, Gaurav Gupta on Friday said that the Supreme Court’s observations on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls have completely exposed the Congress party and its allies, while also underlining the importance of addressing demographic changes caused by illegal infiltration and unlawful settlements.

In a statement issued here, Gaurav Gupta said the Congress and the Opposition ecosystem had attempted to create fear and confusion over the Special Intensive Revision process only to hide their own political failures and organisational weaknesses. He said the Supreme Court proceedings have effectively demolished the false narrative being spread against constitutional institutions and democratic processes.

“The Congress party tried to politicise the SIR process and mislead the people by questioning the integrity of democratic institutions. The Supreme Court’s stand has once again reaffirmed that constitutional mechanisms function within the framework of law and transparency,” Gupta said.

He stated that the BJP has consistently maintained that free, fair and transparent electoral processes are essential for a strong democracy and any attempt to discredit institutions like the Election Commission for political gains is highly irresponsible.

Gupta said the issue of SIR cannot be viewed in isolation and must also be understood in the context of growing concerns regarding illegal infiltration and demographic imbalance in certain parts of the country. Referring to Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s statement on the constitution of a High-Level Committee on Demographic Changes, Gupta said the Centre has taken a historic and timely step to address “artificial demographic changes” caused by illegal immigration and other unnatural factors.

“The demographic structure of any nation directly impacts its security, resources, social stability and electoral integrity. Illegal infiltration and organised demographic manipulation cannot be ignored in a sovereign democracy,” Gupta said.

Welcoming the committee headed by retired Supreme Court judge Justice Prakash Prabhakar Naolekar, Gupta said the panel’s mandate to examine demographic shifts and recommend legal or administrative measures is a crucial step towards safeguarding national interests.

He said the BJP Government under Prime Minister Narendra Modi is committed to identifying illegal infiltrators and ensuring that no anti-national network exploiting porous borders is allowed to threaten India’s internal security or democratic framework.

Gupta further alleged that certain Opposition parties, particularly in border states, have encouraged appeasement politics and turned a blind eye towards infiltration for electoral gains. “Vote-bank politics has weakened border management in some regions and created serious security concerns. The country needs a firm and transparent policy to tackle illegal immigration and demographic manipulation,” he added.

Taking a dig at Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, Gupta said instead of repeatedly attacking democratic institutions and using provocative language, the Congress leadership should introspect over its continuous electoral defeats and growing disconnect from the people.

“The BJP strengthens democracy through grassroots engagement, transparent governance and nationalism, whereas the Opposition survives on misinformation campaigns and attempts to create distrust in constitutional bodies,” Gupta said.

He asserted that the people of the country have repeatedly rejected divisive and deceptive politics and continue to repose faith in Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership and the BJP’s commitment towards national security, democratic integrity and development.
 
“The Supreme Court observations on SIR and the Centre’s focus on demographic changes together send a strong message that India’s democracy, constitutional framework and national security will not be compromised under any circumstances,” Gupta added.