India's Election Commission Aims for World's Most Accurate Electoral Roll
ECI aims for 'most accurate electoral roll in the world': CEC Kumar
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Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar announced that the Election Commission of India (ECI) is dedicated to creating one of the most accurate electoral rolls globally. The process involves including eligible voters and removing ineligible ones, supported by extensive oversight from political parties and officials.
- 01The ECI is actively including all citizens aged 18 and above while removing ineligible names such as deceased or duplicate voters.
- 02The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process has successfully withstood legal scrutiny and is constitutionally sound.
- 03The revision process is monitored by over 15 lakh booth-level agents and political party officials.
- 04More than 11 lakh state government employees are involved in the execution of the electoral roll revision.
- 05Voters are encouraged to provide updated photographs and cooperate with Booth Level Officers during the revision.
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During the 2nd National Conference of Counsels Representing the Election Commission of India, Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar emphasized the ECI's commitment to preparing one of the most accurate electoral rolls in the world. The process is designed to include all eligible citizens aged 18 and above while systematically removing ineligible voters, such as those who are deceased or duplicates. Kumar defended the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process, stating it has successfully faced legal challenges and is constitutionally valid. The SIR is conducted under the supervision of over 15 lakh booth-level agents and political party representatives, ensuring transparency and integrity. Additionally, more than 11 lakh government personnel are engaged in this monumental task. Kumar also urged voters to provide current passport-size photographs and cooperate with Booth Level Officers to enhance the accuracy of the electoral rolls.
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The accuracy of electoral rolls directly affects voter representation and electoral integrity in India.
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