Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar is responsible for 13 crore (130 million) voters being removed from the electoral rolls.

Analysis

The claim resonates because many voters are anxious about losing their names on the electoral roll, especially after high‑profile errors in past elections. By linking the alleged massive deletion directly to the CEC, the protest narrative creates a clear villain and amplifies public anger, making it an effective rallying cry. However, the figure of 13 crore is orders of magnitude higher than any documented removal, and it overlooks the ECI’s transparent processes, including public notices, grievance filing, and court‑accessible redress. Misrepresenting the scale of deletions can erode trust in democratic institutions and distract from genuine issues such as ensuring timely voter registration and addressing isolated errors. Readers should rely on official ECI data and reputable news outlets for accurate information about roll revisions rather than inflated protest slogans.