Supreme Court denies it approved Form 6 changes, questions ECI

The Supreme Court on Monday rejected a petition seeking the suspension of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar while simultaneously distancing itself from claims that it had approved modifications to Form 6, a critical election-related document.

The clarification came after the Election Commission had reportedly cited Supreme Court approval in connection with changes made to the form. The court's statement indicates potential procedural irregularities in how these modifications were processed and authorised within the poll body.

Simultaneously, the court issued notices to both the Election Commission of India and the Union Centre following allegations that certain electoral decisions were taken without the consent of two poll commissioners. This development suggests concerns about the decision-making process within the poll body and whether proper consensus protocols were followed.

The move raises questions about governance standards at the Election Commission and the extent to which all commissioners are being adequately consulted on significant matters affecting the electoral framework. The issuance of notices indicates the Supreme Court views the allegations as substantial enough to warrant formal responses from the respondents.

The case now proceeds to further hearings, with the court expected to examine the merits of the complaints regarding procedural compliance and institutional transparency within India's election administration.