The nation’s electoral rolls are undergoing a thorough refresh as the Chief Election Commissioner unveiled plans for the second phase of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) across 12 States and Union Territories. Voter lists for these areas will be finalized and frozen by midnight today. This comprehensive revision requires every voter to complete a new form, ensuring an accurate and up-to-date electoral database. The primary goal of the SIR is to achieve zero discrepancies – ensuring all eligible voters are included and no ineligible persons remain on the rolls. The exercise also involves stringent verification of voter origins, specifically place of birth, to maintain the integrity of citizenship for electoral participation, especially relevant given recent immigration enforcement.
