The Election Commission of India (ECI) launched the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar on June 24, 2025, ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections. This is the first such revision since 2003.
- SIR involves door-to-door verification to include eligible voters and remove ineligible or duplicate entries, ensuring a clean and transparent electoral roll.
- The revision addresses issues due to urbanisation, migration, and unreported deaths and aims to prevent illegal immigrants from being listed.
Process Highlights
- Booth Level Officers (BLOs) distribute forms via home visits.
- Proof of citizenship is mandatory for new voters (especially added after 2003).
- 11 documents accepted (e.g., birth certificate, passport); Aadhaar is not valid for citizenship proof.
Legal & Timeline
- SIR is conducted under Article 324 of the Constitution and Section 21 of RP Act, 1950.
- Appeals can be made to the District Magistrate or Chief Electoral Officer.
Important Dates
- Submit documents by: July 25, 2025
- Draft roll release: August 1, 2025
- Final roll publication: September 30, 2025
