The Election Commission of India (ECI) has announced the third phase of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls across 16 states, including Karnataka, as part of its ongoing effort to strengthen voter database accuracy ahead of upcoming elections.
According to officials, the latest phase of the revision exercise aims to ensure that electoral rolls remain updated, transparent, and free from duplicate or ineligible entries. The initiative will focus on adding eligible new voters, removing deceased or shifted voters, and correcting inaccuracies in voter details.
Karnataka is among the key states included in this phase due to its growing urban population and increased voter mobility. Booth Level Officers (BLOs) will conduct field verification and door-to-door checks in several constituencies to verify voter information and assist citizens in updating their records.
The Election Commission has urged citizens, especially first-time voters, senior citizens, and those who have recently changed residence, to participate actively in the revision process. Eligible voters can submit applications for inclusion, correction, deletion, or transfer of names through the official voter service portals and designated facilitation centers.
Officials stated that the SIR exercise plays a critical role in maintaining free and fair elections by ensuring that only eligible citizens are included in the electoral rolls. The Commission also emphasized the use of digital platforms and technology-driven verification methods to improve efficiency and reduce errors during the process.
Political parties in the participating states have also been informed about the revision schedule and will be allowed to monitor the exercise through their authorized representatives.
The Election Commission is expected to release detailed timelines, constituency-wise schedules, and guidelines for citizens in the coming days. The updated electoral rolls prepared through this revision process will be used for future elections and by-elections conducted in the respective states.
The move is seen as part of the Commission’s broader strategy to enhance voter participation, improve electoral transparency, and strengthen democratic processes across the country.
