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Maharashtra CEO suggested changes to SIR form to ease voter stress, BLO load; ECI ignored
Concerns were raised by the Chief Electoral Officer of Maharashtra about the complexities surrounding the enumeration form requirements and logical inconsistencies within the process. Recommendations to simplify these procedures were presented to reduce the burden on voters, as well as booth-level officers. However, the Election Commission of India reportedly chose not to adopt these suggestions.
Shivakumar, Vijayendra trade charges over 'deletion of voters' from electoral rolls
Karnataka's Chief Minister D K Shivakumar and BJP State President B Y Vijayendra are exchanging serious accusations. The conflict arises from the ongoing SIR exercise relating to voter registration and removal. Vijayendra alleges irregularities in Mysuru and other regions, while Shivakumar counters with claims of a conspiracy to disenfranchise voters. Both leaders emphasize the need for investigation into the Form-7 applications submitted by various parties.
Back on voter list? EC orders special drive for left-out, new voters in states where SIR over
EC SIR News: The Election Commission has directed state poll officials to launch a special drive to identify and register eligible voters left out during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. Booth Level Officers will cross-check pre-SIR and current rolls, conduct house-to-house verification and collect Form 6 applications from eligible voters, including first-time and young electors.
Census repeats 'Nishakt' term used in 2011, activists object
Disability rights activists have raised concerns over the term 'nihshakt' used in Census 2027. They argue that this term is derogatory and contradicts existing laws. Activists believe the usage undermines the term 'divyangjan', officially adopted in 2016. The Registrar General of India reportedly reused parameters from the 2011 Census without considering the legal changes.
In 1951, two Phillips Petroleum chemists discovered plastics that later found uses in everyday products; US production reached 136 billion pounds in 2025
In 1951, an intriguing twist of fate brought Robert Banks and Paul Hogan to Bartlesville, Oklahoma, where they stumbled upon significant plastics. Although their creation faced hurdles in initial market uptake, the 1956 Hula-Hoop phenomenon ignited interest. The medical field soon embraced high-density polyethylene for baby bottles, recognizing its cleanliness.
Election Commission rolls back SIR add-on in Form 6 for new voters in states where revision is complete
The Election Commission has withdrawn the additional SIR-related declaration from Form 6 in states where SIR is completed. This decision followed the September 26 meeting among Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi. The declaration requirement will only apply during the Special Intensive Revision period moving forward. Sandhu and Joshi had raised multiple objections regarding modifications to the Form 6 process.
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ECINet row: Maharashtra Chief Electoral Officer S Chockalingam seeks ERO powers; Congress targets CEC
Maharashtra Chief Electoral Officer S Chockalingam has requested modifications to the ECINet software for handling electoral roll anomalies. The proposal allows Electoral Registration Officers to exercise greater discretion regarding discrepancies in voter documentation. As part of the changes, personal hearings for voters can be waived when sufficient documents are submitted.
CEC 'front for diabolical PM-HM duo', affront to Constitution: Congress
Congress has demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar for violating the Constitution regarding citizenship issues. Jairam Ramesh criticized the Election Commission of India's role in determining citizenship, referencing a former Supreme Court judge. He highlighted concerns about recent adjustments made to Form 6 that may disenfranchise young voters. Ramesh described the Commission's proposed measures regarding electoral rolls as insufficient and ineffective.
Advani, Dhankhar, Jaishankar, Kejriwal among names cleared after verification under Delhi SIR notice
In a recent development, notable figures in Delhi, including LK Advani, Jagdeep Dhankhar, and S Jaishankar, received notices about inconsistencies in their voter registration forms. Field verification teams have cross-checked the details and confirmed their inclusion in the final electoral roll. Over 33 lakh voters faced such notices due to discrepancies with previous electoral information. The finalized electoral roll for Delhi will be available on November 4.
Delhi SIR: CEO clarifies draft electoral roll process, says no name to be deleted without due process
Delhi SIR 2026: The Chief Electoral Officer of Delhi issued clarifications about the Draft Electoral Roll prepared for 2026. Notices are being sent to voters where discrepancies or links cannot be verified. Voters can respond by submitting required documents to Electoral Registration Officers or Assistant Officers. A Special Camp to maximize voter enrollment is planned for September 27 and other camps for marginalized groups are also scheduled.
Women voters outnumber men in Arunachal Pradesh final electoral rolls show
Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) Pawan Kumar Sain said that with July 1, 2026, as the qualifying date, the final rolls show that Arunachal Pradesh now has a total of 6,96,026 registered voters, comprising 3,52,315 women, 3,43,709 men, and two third-gender electors.
Bimal Jalan, ex-IAF chief NAK Browne receive notices over Delhi SIR discrepancies
Notices have been issued to prominent Delhi voters regarding electoral roll discrepancies. Former RBI governor Bimal Jalan and ex-IAF chief NAK Browne are among those notified. These notices are part of an ongoing exercise covering over 97 lakh registered voters. The electoral authorities are examining submitted documents for verification purposes. Final electoral rolls are scheduled for publication on November 4.
TMC's Saket Gokhale targets CEC, asks where he was registered as voter during 2002-03 SIR
In a post on X, Gokhale, a former Rajya Sabha MP, said Kumar is shown as a voter in Delhi's electoral roll, registered as Gyanesh Kumar, son of Subodh Kumar. He said Kumar was born in Uttar Pradesh, is a Kerala cadre officer, and has done postings in Delhi.
'Method Of Disenfranchising Indians': Congress slams SIR
The Congress party has criticized the Election Commission's voter list revision exercise. They allege this process is a method of disenfranchising Indian citizens. Large numbers of notices have been issued for discrepancies in voter details. The opposition claims this disproportionately affects disadvantaged sections of society. The Election Commission states the revision will cleanse the voter list of ineligible entries.
Delhi CM, EC Sandhu, Advani, Jaishankar get SIR notices for 'discrepancies' in voter details
Notices for voter detail discrepancies have been issued to many prominent figures. These include LK Advani and Arvind Kejriwal, among others. Most notices relate to data mismatches from the 2002 enumeration exercise. Election officials stated these are system-generated notices for data correction. The process aims to rectify voter information within the ECINET system.
S Jaishankar, ex-Army chief Upendra Dwivedi, CBI Director Praveen Sood get SIR notices in Delhi
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, CBI Director Praveen Sood and former Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi are among prominent people served notices during Delhi's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. Their records could not be linked to the 2002 electoral roll. AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal and his family also received notices, while Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta's electoral entry has been cleared following verification. The Delhi CEO has clarified that receiving a notice does not automatically mean deletion from the voter list
Nagaland's draft electoral roll after SIR retains 11.99 lakh voters, excludes 1.59 lakh
Nagaland's draft electoral roll was published with nearly 1.59 lakh voters excluded. The Chief Electoral Officer's office stated 11.99 lakh names are on the current draft list. The Special Intensive Revision exercise identified deceased and shifted electors from the previous list. Claims and objections regarding name deletions can be submitted until October 20. The final electoral roll is scheduled for publication on November 22.
Delhi SIR: CEO says notices to electors do not mean deletion; 84,263 Form-6 applications received since Aug 31
The Chief Electoral Officer (CEO), Delhi, on Sunday clarified that notices issued to certain electors during the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls do not mean that their names will be deleted, while stating that no name can be removed without giving the elector an opportunity of being heard and passing a proper, speaking and appealable order.
Delhi SIR: Advani, Sisodia figure in list of voters with 'discrepancies'
Notices are issued to over thirty-three lakh Delhi voters for electoral roll discrepancies. Prominent figures like L K Advani and Manish Sisodia are among those receiving these notices. Their names could not be mapped to the 2002 special intensive revision electoral roll. Verification of facts and documents is currently underway for these voters. Inclusion in final voter lists will occur after due verification processes.
Bharat Ratna scientist gets SIR notice? Bengaluru DEO clarifies whether 92-year-old Prof C N R Rao was summoned
Election officials clarified that no notice was served to Professor C N R Rao. Enumeration forms were respectfully handed over to him and his family members. His name appeared differently in the 2002 and current electoral records. The Booth Level Officer recommended his inclusion without issuing a formal notice. Necessary actions are being taken to include his name in the final electoral roll.
'ECI eliminated 15% of India's population': Ex-CEC Quraishi takes dig at SIR, questions illegal immigrant numbers
Former Chief Election Commissioner SY Quraishi criticised the Election Commission’s Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, questioning how many illegal immigrants it has identified while citing the exclusion of crores of voters. He alleged the exercise could undermine democracy, as the SIR continues across several states amid opposition criticism and electoral concerns.
Over 54,000 names removed from Sikkim electoral rolls after SIR exercise
Sikkim's electoral roll saw 54,209 names removed after a special revision. The final list now contains 418,467 registered voters for future elections. This intensive exercise aimed to eliminate ghost entries and ensure accuracy. The revision process also led to an increase in polling stations. The state now has 625 polling stations for upcoming electoral events.
BJP urges ECI to defer SIR in Tripura over September 28 Village Committee polls
Tripura's ruling BJP has asked the Election Commission to postpone electoral roll revisions. This request comes as the state prepares for Village Committee elections on September 28. Most officials will be busy with the ongoing electoral process. The special intensive revision of electoral rolls was scheduled to start soon. The BJP wants the revision to happen after these local elections conclude.
Booth Level Agents liable only for verifiable information in SIR: Delhi HC
The Delhi High Court has clarified the responsibilities of political party agents. Booth level agents are only liable for verifying elector photographs on forms. This ruling came after a petition challenging personal undertaking requirements. The court stated verification is a statutory function for officers. This decision impacts the electoral roll revision process.
Raghav Chadha's name deleted from Punjab voter roll, Rajya Sabha MP alleges 'political vendetta'
Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha alleges political vendetta by the Punjab government. His name was marked as 'shifted' in the state's draft electoral roll. Chadha claims AAP-appointed officials are responsible for this action. He cites ECI guidelines for public representatives which were allegedly violated. The final electoral rolls will be published in October 2026.
Delhi SIR draft electoral roll released: 47.7 lakh out of 1.45 crore voters excluded, claims open till Sep 30
Delhi’s draft electoral roll excluded 47.7 lakh electors from the city’s 1.45 crore registered voters after a Special Intensive Revision exercise. Those left out can file claims using Form 6 and supporting documents until September 30, with final roll scheduled for November 4. Officials said 97.5 lakh electors were included.
Name deleted from SIR voter list? Check which form to use, required documents and where to file the claim to get your name added before September 30 deadline
Name missing from SIR: If your name is missing from the draft electoral roll published after the Special Intensive Revision, you can still seek inclusion during the claims and objections period. Here's the right form to check, necessary documents and where to file your claim to get your name included before the September 30 deadline.
Delhi SIR draft voter list out: If your name is missing, here's everything you need to know to get it added before the final electoral roll is published on November 4
Delhi SIR draft voter list name inclusion: Delhi’s draft SIR electoral roll has left out around 47.7 lakh voters whose enumeration forms were not received or digitised during the verification exercise. Those missing from the draft can still seek inclusion by filing Form 6 with the required declaration and supporting documents between August 31 and September 30, before the final roll is published on November 4.
Census 2027 to drop separate ‘beggars and vagrants’ category
Scheduled for 2027, India's Census will implement transformative updates to its data collection methods. The existing category for 'beggars and vagrants' will be removed, integrating these individuals into an 'others' classification. Moreover, natural calamities will join the list of migration factors. The census will aim to collect more parental information to explore demographic trends and interfaith marriages.
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