Over 84 Lakh New Voters Added to Uttar Pradesh's Electoral Roll
84 lakh voters added to final list in UP after SIR; total electorate reaches 13.39 crore
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Uttar Pradesh has added over 84 lakh voters to its electoral roll following a 166-day revision exercise, bringing the total electorate to 13.39 crore. The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) involved participation from election officials and political parties across all 75 districts.
- 01Total electorate in Uttar Pradesh now stands at 13.39 crore.
- 02Over 84 lakh voters were added after the Special Intensive Revision (SIR).
- 03The gender ratio improved to 834 females per 1,000 males.
- 04Prayagraj district saw the highest addition of voters with 3,29,421 new registrations.
- 05Notable increase in voters aged 18-19, rising to 17,63,360.
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The final electoral roll for Uttar Pradesh, released on April 10, 2026, shows an increase of 84,28,767 voters, bringing the total to 13,39,84,792. This update follows a 166-day Special Intensive Revision (SIR) that engaged officials and political parties across all 75 districts. The breakdown includes 7,30,71,071 male voters (approximately 54%) and 6,09,09,525 female voters (about 45.46%), with 4,206 identifying as third gender. The revision also highlighted a significant rise in the 18-19 age group, increasing from 3,33,981 to 17,63,360 voters. The gender ratio improved from 824 to 834 females per 1,000 males. Prayagraj recorded the highest voter addition, followed by Lucknow and Bareilly, reflecting effective collaboration among election officials and political entities.
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The increase in voter registration enhances democratic participation in Uttar Pradesh, potentially influencing future elections and policies.
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