The special intensive revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Karnataka has commenced, with enumeration forms distributed to 9.87% of electors across the state. This development was announced on July 1, 2026, as 59,050 Booth Level Officers (BLOs) began house-to-house enumeration from June 30 to July 29.
Enumeration Process Underway
According to the Karnataka Chief Electoral Officer's office, the distribution of forms marks the first phase of the SIR. The BLOs are visiting households to collect and update voter information, ensuring accuracy and completeness of the electoral rolls. The target is to cover all electors in the state during the one-month period.
The enumeration forms are being used to capture details such as name, age, address, and other relevant data for inclusion or correction in the voter list. The process is part of the Election Commission of India's ongoing efforts to maintain error-free electoral rolls.
Impact and Next Steps
With 9.87% of electors already covered, the BLOs are expected to accelerate their efforts in the coming weeks. The final updated electoral rolls will be published after the enumeration and subsequent verification. Citizens are urged to cooperate with BLOs and provide accurate information to ensure their names are correctly listed.
Officials have emphasized that the SIR is critical for upcoming elections, as it helps identify new voters, remove deceased or shifted individuals, and correct discrepancies. The state has over 5 crore electors, and this exercise aims to cover all constituencies.
