India Launches Special Intensive Revision for Electoral Rolls
The Election Commission of India has announced the commencement of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) Phase II, set to take place from November 4 to December 11, 2025. This initiative aims to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the electoral rolls ahead of forthcoming elections.
As part of this phase, enumerators will distribute elector-specific Enumeration Forms (EFs) across various states and union territories, with the goal of capturing the most current data on eligible voters. According to the latest reports, a significant number of EFs have already been distributed and digitized, indicating a strong start to this vital process.
Distribution and Digitization Status
In total, the Election Commission has distributed over 533,000 Enumeration Forms and successfully digitized more than 1.24 million records across India. The statistics speak volumes about the efficiency of the operation:
| State/UTs | No. of BLOs/BLAs | EFs Distributed | EFs Digitized |
|---|---|---|---|
| Andaman & Nicobar | 411 | 3,10,404 | 3,10,404 |
| Chhattisgarh | 24,371 | 2,12,30,737 | 2,12,30,740 |
| Goa | 1,725 | 11,85,034 | 11,84,992 |
| Gujarat | 50,963 | 5,08,43,436 | 5,08,43,270 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 65,014 | 5,74,06,143 | 5,74,06,140 |
| Puducherry | 962 | 10,21,578 | 10,21,577 |
| Tamil Nadu | 68,470 | 6,41,14,587 | 6,41,13,221 |
| West Bengal | 80,681 | 7,66,37,529 | 7,66,08,095 |
| Rajasthan | 52,490 | 5,48,84,479 | 5,46,86,708 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 1,62,486 | 15,44,30,092 | 15,38,28,200 |
| Kerala | 25,468 | 2,78,50,855 | 2,75,48,676 |
With a total of approximately 51 crore electors recorded as of October 27, 2025, the initiative reflects a nationwide commitment to enhancing the electoral process. Furthermore, the Election Commission has encouraged all recognized political parties to appoint additional Booth Level Agents (BLAs) to aid in this crucial operation.
Key Takeaways
The Special Intensive Revision is designed to finalize the electoral rolls, ensuring they reflect accurate and updated information about voters. This detailed enumeration will significantly bolster the integrity of the electoral system, fostering greater public trust and participation in future elections.
As the deadline for submissions approaches, the Election Commission emphasizes the need for public cooperation to guarantee a successful revision period. The initiative promises to pave the way for a cleaner and more trustworthy electoral process as India approaches its next set of elections.
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