The Shivamogga district administration has released the draft electoral roll under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR), deleting 188,554 names. Additionally, 48,668 voters will receive notices to submit supporting documents, with the final list slated for release on October 27.

  • 188,554 names removed as deceased, absent or shifted
  • 48,668 voters to receive notice for documentation
  • Final roll to be announced on October 27

Publication of Draft Roll

The Shivamogga district administration has published the draft electoral roll as part of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR). Deputy Commissioner Prabhulinga Kavalikatti stated that the previous roll listed 1,519,459 electors, of which 188,554 were identified as deceased, absent, permanently shifted, or already recorded elsewhere.

Notice Procedure

Notices will be sent to 48,668 voters, including 15,164 who submitted incomplete or blank enumeration forms and 33,504 where anomalies were detected. Notices will be dispatched by post, and electors must attend a hearing with the respective Assistant Electoral Registration Officer (AERO) and present relevant documents.

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Administrative Arrangement

The Election Commission has designated 277 AEROs to handle the notices, holding hearings at the ward level in urban areas and at the gram panchayat level in rural areas. Each AERO will manage between 90 and 284 notices over the next two months.

Historical Background

The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) is periodically undertaken across India to cleanse electoral rolls of duplicate, deceased, or inaccurate entries. Over the past decade, similar exercises in several states have enhanced the credibility of the electoral process by ensuring that each vote truly reflects a living, eligible citizen.

Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that such large‑scale deletions can significantly alter constituency demographics, potentially influencing party strategies and voter outreach ahead of the upcoming state elections.

"Accuracy in the electoral roll is the cornerstone of democracy, and SIR is a vital step toward that goal," said election analyst Dr. Anshu Pandey.
Did You Know?: Shivamogga district houses over 2.5 million residents, making precise voter lists crucial for fair representation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it mandatory for voters to respond to the notice?
Yes, voters who receive a notice must submit the required documents within the stipulated timeframe, or risk removal from the final roll.

When will the final electoral roll be released?
The final roll is scheduled to be announced on October 27, after which no further changes will be permitted.