My name was wrongly deleted from the voter list in Shimla before the election. How do I restore my voting right?

Detailed Legal Analysis

Article 326 of the Constitution guarantees adult suffrage and the right to vote is a statutory right under the Representation of the People Act, 1950. File Form 8 with the Electoral Registration Officer in Shimla for correction of the electoral roll.

If the ERO does not act, appeal to the District Election Officer or approach Himachal Pradesh High Court under Article 226 for a writ of mandamus. Section 22 of the RP Act, 1950 allows the ERO to correct entries; the deletion without notice violates principles of natural justice.

Preserve the deletion notice and your earlier voter ID as evidence. The Election Commission of India's grievance portal can also be used.

Refer to Himachal Pradesh Rent Control Act 2012 for any state election procedural rules in Himachal Pradesh.