The Supreme Court’s decision to extend the scrutiny period for the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls by seven days has triggered a massive political credit war in West Bengal. While the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) is projecting it as a major moral victory for Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, the Left parties are describing the order as a “judicial reprimand” for the state administration.

TMC leaders were quick to hail the order, stating that the Chief Minister’s persistent efforts to ensure a “flawless and inclusive” voter list have been vindicated. “The Court acknowledged that the process needed more time for thorough verification, which is exactly what the CM has been fighting for,” a senior TMC spokesperson remarked.

However, the Left Front has dismissed the TMC’s celebratory mood. CPIM leaders argued that the extension was necessitated only because the state government failed to cooperate effectively with the Election Commission. “The court’s order to deploy 8,505 officers by Tuesday afternoon proves the state was lagging behind. This isn’t a victory; it’s a Supreme slap on the face of a government that tried to stall the process,” a veteran Left leader stated. With both sides interpreting the verdict in their favor, the SIR issue has become the focal point of the political narrative ahead of the 2026 elections.