The process for enrolling new voters has been revised, with applicants now required to submit details related to their parents’ Special Intensive Revision (SIR) records while applying for inclusion in the electoral rolls.
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New Voters Required to Provide Parents’ SIR Details for Electoral Roll Inclusion
The new requirement is intended to strengthen the verification process during voter registration and improve the accuracy of electoral data. Election authorities have introduced the measure as part of the ongoing Special Intensive Revision exercise aimed at updating and validating voter lists.
Election Commission has been undertaking the Special Intensive Revision
Under the revised procedure, eligible first-time voters will need to furnish information connected to their parents’ SIR records, wherever applicable, along with the documents already prescribed for voter registration. Officials say the step is expected to help verify family details and reduce errors or duplication in the electoral rolls.
The Election Commission has been undertaking the Special Intensive Revision to ensure that electoral rolls remain accurate, complete, and up to date before future elections. The exercise includes verification of existing entries, removal of ineligible names, and addition of new eligible voters.
Authorities have advised prospective voters to check the latest guidelines and keep the required documents ready before submitting their applications. They have also encouraged eligible citizens to complete the registration process within the stipulated timelines to ensure their names are included in the electoral rolls.
