ECI Extends Deadline for Electoral Roll Revision in Five States
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New Delhi: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has extended the deadline for filing claims and objections under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Puducherry, Goa, Lakshadweep, Rajasthan, and West Bengal. Voters in these regions can now submit applications and objections until January 19, 2026.
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Extension Aimed at Better Voter Inclusion
The decision was taken after representations from Chief Electoral Officers and a review of ground-level requirements to ensure that every eligible voter is included in the electoral rolls. The extension gives voters additional time to verify their details and correct any errors.
The SIR exercise is being carried out with January 1, 2026, as the qualifying date for voter eligibility.
What the Extension Means for Voters
With the revised timeline, voters can:
- Submit Form 6 for inclusion of new names
- Correct personal details in the voter list
- Raise objections against ineligible entries
- Verify voter information through official online platforms
This additional window is expected to benefit first-time voters, migrants, and others who may have missed earlier deadlines.
Wide Publicity Directed by ECI
The Election Commission has instructed Chief Electoral Officers to ensure wide publicity of the extended deadline through:
- Media and public announcements
- Booth Level Officers (BLOs)
- Official digital platforms such as voters.eci.gov.in and the ECINet app
All officials have been directed to strictly follow the revised schedule to maintain accuracy, transparency, and credibility in the electoral process.
Part of Nationwide Electoral Roll Update
The Special Intensive Revision is part of a nationwide voter list update drive ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections in several states, including West Bengal and Puducherry. The exercise aims to:
- Add all eligible citizens to voter lists
- Remove names of deceased persons
- Eliminate duplicate and migrated entries
Earlier phases of the revision included:
- Enumeration completion by December 11, 2025
- Draft electoral roll publication on December 16, 2025
- Final electoral rolls expected by February 2026
Political and Public Response
The extension has been welcomed by political parties and civil society groups, who say the additional time will help prevent errors during the intensive verification process and strengthen the democratic system.
Voters are advised not to wait until the last date and to submit their applications or objections as early as possible.
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