Chief Minister Revanth Reddy has warned Congress ministers and MLAs that nearly 21% of votes could be deleted following the Special Intensive Revision (SIR), threatening disciplinary action for failure.
Key Takeaways
- Risk of 21% voter deletion following the Special Intensive Revision (SIR).
- CM Revanth Reddy holds ministers and MLAs directly responsible for potential losses.
- Mandatory district-level reviews ordered within the next 48 hours.
- Urgent focus on resolving discrepancies before the August 17 draft publication.
In a high-stakes meeting held on Thursday, Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy issued a blistering warning to Congress ministers, MLAs, and senior leaders. The CM highlighted a critical risk where approximately 21 per cent of votes could be deleted from the electoral rolls following the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process that concluded on August 10.
Citing internal reports from various constituencies, the Chief Minister expressed grave concern over the potential loss of voter data. He held booth-level in-charges and appointed ministers accountable for failing to safeguard the party's voter base. Reddy has ordered an immediate, comprehensive review of every assembly constituency to identify voters at risk of deletion.
Why This Matters
BozokMedia analysis shows that voter roll accuracy is the bedrock of political stability. A mass deletion of 21% of voters—especially those marked as 'Absent, Shifted, or Dead'—could shift the entire political landscape of Telangana, potentially disenfranchising millions and altering future election outcomes.
'If leaders fail to proceed cautiously, it will result in significant political damage in the future.'
According to the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO), while over 2.64 crore enumeration forms were submitted, nearly 73.5 lakh voters remain uncollected or unverified. This has triggered political friction, with the Bharat Rashtra Samiti (BRS) demanding full data disclosure. The CM has directed ministers to assist voters using Form 6 to ensure their names are included in the final rolls to be published on October 19.
Comparison: SIR Enumeration Data
| Category | Number/Status |
|---|---|
| Total Enumeration Forms Distributed | 3,38,26,448 |
| Forms Successfully Submitted | 2,64,73,616 |
| Uncollectable/Unverified Voters | 73,52,832 |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. What is the deadline for rectifying voter list issues?
Ministers must resolve issues before the draft electoral rolls are published on August 17.
2. How can a voter re-enroll if their name is missing?
Voters can use Form 6 for fresh enrolment to ensure their names appear in the final rolls on October 19.
