Haryana has concluded the first phase of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR), revealing that over 33 lakh electors were not recorded due to death, relocation, or duplication. The draft electoral roll is set for release on July 31.
Key Takeaways
- Phase-I of SIR completed in Haryana.
- 3,384,568 electors left unrecorded due to various reasons.
- Draft electoral roll to be published on July 31.
- Claims and objections can be filed between July 31 and August 30.
Following the completion of the first phase of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) across Haryana, a massive update regarding the state's electoral rolls has emerged. Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) A. Sreenivas announced that 3,384,568 electors could not be recorded during this intensive exercise.
Breakdown of Unrecorded Electors
The exclusion of these voters is primarily attributed to demographic shifts and administrative corrections. The data highlights a significant number of residents who have moved or passed away, necessitating a clean-up of the rolls.
| Reason for Exclusion | Number of Electors |
|---|---|
| Permanently Relocated | 1,375,278 |
| Deceased | 766,205 |
| Found Absent | 936,646 |
| Duplicate/Already Registered | 204,916 |
| Other Reasons | 101,523 |
During the process, 20,629 Booth Level Officers (BLOs) distributed enumeration forms to more than 2 crore electors, with over 1 crore forms already digitized.
Why This Matters
BozokMedia analysis shows that such large-scale revisions are critical to maintaining the integrity of the democratic process. By removing duplicates and deceased individuals, the Election Commission prevents potential voter fraud and ensures that every legitimate vote counts in upcoming elections.
A clean and updated electoral roll is the bedrock of a fair and transparent democratic election.
Correction and Appeal Process
For citizens whose names do not appear in the draft roll scheduled for publication on July 31, the window to rectify this is open from July 31 to August 30. Electors can submit Form 6 to be re-included in the final list. Furthermore, the law guarantees a right to a hearing before any name is deleted, and aggrieved parties can appeal to the District Magistrate or the Chief Electoral Officer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Question 1: How can I add my name back to the voter list?
Answer: You can submit Form 6 between July 31 and August 30 if your name is missing from the draft roll.
Question 2: When will the final electoral roll be published?
Answer: The final electoral roll for Haryana is scheduled to be published on October 3.
