The Election Commission of India (ECI) has extended the schedule for the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in several states, including Delhi, Maharashtra, Odisha, Punjab, Karnataka and Telangana. The revised timeline extends voter verification, draft electoral roll publication and the release of final voter lists in different states.
Why Has The Election Commission Extended The Schedule?
The Election Commission has revised the timeline for the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in several states. The changes mainly affect house-to-house verification by Booth Level Officers (BLOs), publication of draft electoral rolls, the period for claims and objections, and the release of final electoral rolls.
What Is The Revised Schedule For Delhi?
In Delhi, Booth Level Officers will continue house-to-house verification until August 17. The draft electoral roll will be published on August 24, while claims and objections can be submitted between August 24 and September 23. The final electoral roll will be published on October 27.
What Are The New Dates For Maharashtra?
The Election Commission has also extended the revision schedule in Maharashtra. House-to-house verification by Booth Level Officers will continue until August 17. The draft electoral roll will be published on August 24, while claims and objections can be filed until September 23. The final electoral roll will be released according to the revised schedule.
What Changes Have Been Made In Odisha?
In Odisha, the deadline for filing claims and objections has been extended from August 4 to August 19. The verification and disposal process will continue until September 17, while the final electoral roll will be published on September 21. The Election Commission said the extension was approved following a request from the Chief Electoral Officer of Odisha.
What Is The Updated Timeline For Punjab?
Punjab’s house-to-house verification will continue until August 3. The draft electoral roll will now be published on August 13, while the final electoral roll is scheduled to be released on October 12.
What Is The New Schedule For Telangana?
In Telangana, Booth Level Officers will continue house-to-house verification and polling station rationalisation until August 10. The draft electoral roll will be published on August 17, while claims and objections can be submitted from August 17 to September 16. The final electoral roll will be released on October 19.
What Are The Revised Dates For Karnataka?
Karnataka has also received an extension in the voter list revision process. House-to-house verification will continue until August 8. The draft electoral roll will be published on August 17, while the final electoral roll is scheduled to be released on October 19.
