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Millions in India's Bengal Face Welfare Crisis After Unintentional Electoral Roll Deletion
Millions of people in India's West Bengal state risk losing their welfare benefits after having their names deleted from the electoral rolls, leaving them without access to essential assistance programs. The move has left many residents in a precarious financial situation with no clear recourse.
Millions of people in India's Bengal are at risk of losing their welfare benefits after a mass deletion of names from electoral rolls, leaving many without access to government subsidies and support services. The deletions, which occurred in several districts across West Bengal, have left residents scrambling to verify their identities and regain access to crucial assistance. Authorities say the deletions were an administrative error, but the consequences for those affected remain uncertain. Millions are now facing uncertainty about their eligibility for vital welfare programs.
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