Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of Electoral Rolls Gains Momentum Across Multiple States
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has initiated a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in nine States and three Union Territories. This massive exercise aims to create a clean and updated electoral roll, particularly in states heading for elections in 2025 and 2026. The SIR involves door-to-door verification by Booth Level Officers (BLOs) to remove duplicates and include new voters. While the process is technically demanding, it is crucial for ensuring the integrity of the democratic process. The article notes challenges like migration and citizenship issues in border states like West Bengal and Assam.
Key Points
- The SIR is the first such intensive revision in 21 years, covering over 51 crore electors across 1,843 Assembly constituencies.
- The ECI's goal is to ensure 'zero appeals' by making the process transparent and involving political parties at the field level.
- Article 326 of the Constitution defines an elector as an equal truth to Article 324 in running elections.
- The revision process includes three visits to each household by BLOs to verify voter details and address objections.
Exam Facts
- Articles 324 and 326 of the Indian Constitution.
- The final electoral roll is scheduled to be released on February 7, 2026.
- The exercise covers 51 crore electors and 7.64 lakh Booth Level Officers (BLOs).
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