In a significant move impacting electoral preparations, the Election Commission of India (ECI) declared a revised schedule on Sunday for the ongoing second phase of its Special Intensive Revision (SIR) program for voter lists.
Revised Deadlines for Voter Roll Exercise
The commission has officially pushed back the enumeration deadline. The new final date for this crucial activity is now December 11, a week later than the previously announced date of December 4.
Consequently, the publication of the final electoral roll has also been rescheduled. Voters can now expect the conclusive list to be made public on February 14, 2026, instead of the earlier slated date of February 7, 2026, as confirmed by the poll body in its official release.
States and UTs Under the SIR Purview
This Special Intensive Revision exercise is currently being conducted across a dozen states and Union territories. The regions where the revised deadlines will apply include:
- Uttar Pradesh
- Andaman & Nicobar Islands
- Chhattisgarh
- Goa
- Gujarat
- Kerala
- Lakshadweep
- Madhya Pradesh
- Puducherry
- Rajasthan
- Tamil Nadu
- West Bengal
Implications for Voters
This extension provides an additional window for eligible citizens in these states and UTs to ensure their names are correctly enrolled in the voter lists. The SIR drive is a focused effort by the ECI to purify and update the electoral rolls, a fundamental process for ensuring the integrity of the democratic framework. The revised timeline offers more opportunity for verification and inclusion, aiming for a more comprehensive and accurate voter database ahead of future elections.
