More than 90% of the Form 7 voter‑deletion applications submitted during Odisha’s Special Intensive Revision in Dhamnagar were fraudulent, targeted Muslim voters and were uploaded using Booth Level Officers’ credentials without their knowledge.

Analysis

The claim resonates because communal politics are sensitive in Odisha, and any perception that a government official is trying to suppress Muslim voters can trigger alarm. The use of BLO OTPs provides a concrete procedural breach, making the allegation appear credible. However, because the investigation is still ongoing, the exact percentage and intent remain unproven. Presenting the allegation as a settled fact can mislead readers into assuming a confirmed pattern of voter suppression, when the evidence is still preliminary. Accurate reporting must distinguish between allegations, preliminary findings, and final conclusions to avoid inflaming communal tensions unnecessarily.