CM Mohan Yadav claims Bangladeshi infiltrators removed from voter lists

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav claimed on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, that illegal Bangladeshi infiltrators have been removed from voter lists through Special Intensive Revision (SIR).

He further stated that citizens are firmly aligned with the ruling coalition to protect democracy. The Chief Minister made these remarks during a Diwali Milan event organised in Ujjain. On this occasion, he launched development projects worth ₹1,211.34 crore for the holy city of Ujjain ahead of the 2028 Simhastha Kumbh.

Defending the SIR process, CM Yadav said that the responsibility for conducting free and fair elections lies with the Election Commission of India (ECI). He added that the Election Commission had launched a nationwide campaign to ensure the accuracy of voter lists. He alleged that similar cleaning processes were carried out under previous opposition governments, but questions are being raised when the process is being conducted under his government. The Chief Minister claimed that due to this process, Bangladeshi infiltrators disappeared from the voter lists and were forced to leave the country.

Mohan Yadav further stated that people have faith in the democratic process, the Election Commission of India, and the Supreme Court. He noted that currently, NDA governments under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi are ruling in 80% of India's states, representing over 120 crore citizens.

Providing details of the ₹1,211.34 crore infrastructure rollout for Ujjain, Yadav said that the state government is prioritising Tier-II urban development while preserving cultural and religious heritage. Key projects launched before the 2028 Simhastha Kumbh include development works at the Angareshwar Mahadev Temple, Gadkalika Mata Temple, and Sandipani Ashram located on the banks of the Kshipra river, as well as new roads and sewer networks in the fairgrounds. Additionally, he announced that the foundation stone for a new zoo and rescue centre will be laid in Ujjain on November 17.

Speaking on relief for residents affected by the projects, the Chief Minister stated that families who voluntarily surrender their houses for road widening will be provided free alternative housing in multi-storey complexes managed by the Municipal Corporation and district administration. Similarly, affected shopkeepers will be allotted commercial spaces in new markets constructed by the Ujjain Development Authority and civic body.

The Chief Minister said, "We are developing the city with the cooperation of people from all communities, including Hindus and Muslims. However, we must also ensure that no one's livelihood is affected in the name of development and no family has to struggle to find a roof over their head." He further mentioned that farmers whose lands were acquired for Simhastha road projects have been given four times the standard compensation.

Referring to the increase in religious tourism following the construction of the Kashi Vishwanath Corridor and Mahakal Lok, the Chief Minister noted that Ujjain has undergone a major transformation due to the development of pilgrimage sites since 2022. According to a report by The Hindu, the Chief Minister emphasised the modernisation of the city through all these developmental measures.