Five States to Launch SIR Enumeration from June 30
The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise, a house-to-house enumeration, is set to commence on June 30 in five Indian states: Karnataka, Meghalaya, Maharashtra, Jharkhand, and Delhi. The announcement was made by officials on June 27, 2026, with the process aimed at updating demographic records.
Details of the Enumeration Drive
The enumeration will involve door-to-door visits by trained enumerators to collect updated household data. According to government sources, the exercise is part of a broader effort to refine population statistics and ensure accurate representation in administrative records. The SIR is expected to cover urban and rural areas across the five states, with a focus on capturing new households and changes in existing ones.
Impact and Significance
This enumeration is critical for policy planning and resource allocation. Shemin Joy reported that the drive will help identify unregistered populations and improve the quality of data used for welfare schemes. Officials emphasized that the exercise is voluntary but urged residents to cooperate to ensure comprehensive coverage.
