SIR : What Every Citizen Must Know ?

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Special Intensive Revision of Voter List 

Underway in 12 States

Sagar Watch News/ New Delhi/ In a significant nationwide exercise, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has initiated the second phase of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in 12 states. This campaign aims to ensure that voter lists are accurate, updated, and inclusive—crucial for the integrity of India's democratic process.

Why SIR and Why Now?

Special Intensive Revision (SIR) is a thorough and house-to-house verification of voters by Booth Level Officers (BLOs), far more detailed than the routine annual summary revisions. 

This is necessary because, over time, voter lists accumulate errors due to migration, deaths, duplicate entries, and lack of updates. The last nationwide SIR was conducted between 2002 and 2004, making this exercise long overdue.

What Will Happen During SIR?

• BLOs will visit each household between November 4 and December 4, 2025, at least three times if required.

• They will distribute pre-printed forms containing voter details, including name, EPIC number (Voter ID), address, constituency, and photograph.

• Citizens must verify and return these forms, correcting any mistakes.

• Importantly, BLOs will not collect any documents during the door-to-door visits. Documents will only be required if the Electoral Registration Officer (ERO) raises specific queries after the draft list is published.

What If a Voter Is Not Available at Home?

If a voter cannot be contacted after three visits, BLOs will mark their status as:

• Absent: Voter not found at given address

• Shifted: Voter has moved to a different location

• Death: Voter is deceased

• Duplicate: Voter is registered elsewhere

Draft rolls with these categories will be published on December 9, 2025, and made available at panchayat offices, urban bodies, and online. Voters will have from December 9, 2025, to January 8, 2026, to file claims or objections.

Form-6 and Declaration Requirement

If new voters wish to register or existing ones wish to update their details:

• They must fill Form-6, which will be provided by BLOs.

• A declaration must accompany it, confirming that the person:

  • Is an Indian citizen

  • Is not registered in any other constituency

Role of Technology and Political Parties

• BLOs are using the BLO App, online portals, and ECINET for real-time data verification.

• All entries submitted online are automatically synced to their devices.

• Booth Level Agents (BLAs) of political parties are actively participating to ensure fair updating at the grassroots level.

Citizen-Friendly Initiatives

The ECI has set up multilingual helplines, help desks at public places, and awareness programs under SVEEP to reach out to elderly voters, migrant workers, persons with disabilities, and remote communities. Public information campaigns are running on FM radio, WhatsApp, social media, and through local meetings.

Key Dates:

• House Visit by BLOs: Nov 4 – Dec 4, 2025

• Draft Voter List Publication: Dec 9, 2025

• Claims and Objections Period: Dec 9, 2025 – Jan 8, 2026

• Final List Publication: Feb 7, 2026

What Citizens Should Do:

• Cooperate with BLOs and verify details

• Use this opportunity to get new voters registered

• Raise objections if names are missing or wrong in the draft roll

• Ensure your and your family’s votes are secure before the final list is published

Special Intensive Revision is not just an update exercise—it's a constitutional responsibility. It safeguards the principle of "one person, one vote" and strengthens the foundation of India’s democracy by ensuring that every eligible citizen is heard at the ballot box.

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