Guwahati: Manipur will begin the special intensive revision (SIR) of its electoral rolls from Saturday, marking the first such exercise in over two decades, as the state gears up to go to the polls early next year.
Qualifying Date and Enumeration Drive
State's chief electoral officer (CEO) Arun Kumar Sinha announced in Imphal on Friday that July 1, 2026 will serve as the qualifying date for the revision. Addressing the media at Lamphelpat in Imphal West, Sinha said the enumeration drive will be carried out between May 30 and June 28 through house-to-house visits. He added that a total of 2,956 booth level officers (BLOs) will be deployed across the state to ensure comprehensive coverage.
Call for Cooperation
The CEO urged citizens, political parties and civil society organisations to cooperate fully with the process. “No eligible voter should be left out and no ineligible person should be included in the electoral roll,” he said.
Public Awareness Campaign
To boost public participation, Sinha also launched a multi-media campaign titled “I’M IN”. The initiative will run across print, outdoor, television, radio, online and activation platforms, encouraging citizens to actively verify and update their voter details.
This revision is crucial as Manipur prepares for elections early next year, ensuring an accurate and updated voter list.
