Students, residents and even first-time voters say their names vanished; and with them, their access to welfare schemes and basic documents. "My motivation is our future," said 19-year-old Nidhi, holding an Indian flag. The Election Commission denies wrongdoing, calling it "one part of the picture." But with Gandhi’s birthday as the backdrop and mobile networks cut in protest zones, the tension is palpable. The Cockroach Janta Party; yes, that’s a real group, born online; is gearing up for rallies too. This isn’t just about ballots. It’s about who gets to be counted; and who gets left behind.