ECI says 78% of Tamil Nadu Voters Get enumeration Forms for Roll Revision
Election Commission reports 78% of Tamil Nadu voters received forms for the Special Intensive Revision process.
The Election Commission of India (ECI) reported that enumeration forms for the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls have been distributed to 78.09% of Tamil Nadu's 6.41 crore voters, reaching 50,067,045 electors as of 3 p.m. that day. This exercise, which began following the ECI's notification on October 27, aims to update and verify voter details ahead of upcoming elections, ensuring accuracy in a state with a historically high turnout. The process involves 68,467 booth-level officers (BLOs) and 211,445 booth-level agents (BLAs) working across urban and rural constituencies to facilitate seamless participation. The SIR is particularly critical in Tamil Nadu, where voter list discrepancies—often due to migration, address changes, and demographic shifts—have impacted past polls.
Officials clarified that there is no fixed deadline for issuing forms; they can be distributed as late as December 4, the final day of enumeration, and returned filled on the same day. This flexibility accommodates last-minute verifications and addresses challenges like voter relocation, a persistent issue in rapidly urbanising areas. The ECI anticipates distribution rates climbing to 95% in urban zones and 98% in rural regions, driven by door-to-door campaigns and digital support tools. Such targeted outreach is essential for maintaining the integrity of the electoral roll, which serves as the foundation for free and fair elections in one of India's most politically active states.
The SIR follows standard protocols but gains added significance amid Tamil Nadu's dynamic electorate, including a growing youth voter base and significant internal migration from rural to urban centres like Chennai and Coimbatore. By streamlining voter registration and removing duplicates or deceased entries, the revision enhances transparency and reduces disenfranchisement risks. Political parties have been urged to appoint BLAs to monitor the process, fostering bipartisan oversight and public trust. The ECI's bulletin underscores steady progress, with remaining forms prioritised for hard-to-reach households and migrant communities.
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As the December 4 cutoff approaches, the ECI emphasises voter cooperation in submitting accurate details to avoid post-revision disputes. This intensive revision not only refines Tamil Nadu's electoral framework but also aligns with national efforts to achieve near-universal voter inclusion. With assembly elections on the horizon, a cleaned-up roll will be pivotal for smooth conduct, reflecting the commission's commitment to democratic robustness in a state known for its vibrant political engagement.
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