Bengaluru, May 21 -- The Karnataka Cabinet on Thursday discussed the upcoming Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise in the state, expressing concerns over voter rights and electoral transparency, with Law and Parliamentary Affairs Minister HK Patil highlighting issues reported in other states and the need for legal safeguards.

Patil cited examples from other states while raising concerns over the possible disenfranchisement of voters.

Speaking to ANI, he said, "...In West Bengal, 27 lakh voters lost their right to vote. Many more in Tamil Nadu. This undermines democracy. We are making every effort to ensure citizens are not deprived of their voting rights and feel secure. The Election Commission should be transparent and accountable...