Election Commission extends timeline for SIR in 5 states and 1 UT

The Election Commission of India on Thursday announced the revision of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) schedule for Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Uttar Pradesh and Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

 

The decision came after several extension requests were received from the Chief Electoral Officers (CEOs).

 

According to the revised schedule, Tamil Nadu and Gujarat are now supposed to submit their respective SIR report by December 19, instead of December 14. Additionally, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and the Andaman & Nicobar Islands have been given time until December 23, instead of December 18. Uttar Pradesh will now submit its SIR report on December 31, instead of December 26.

 

Among those states and Union territories whose dates have been extended, only Tamil Nadu is due for an election next year. 

5 states, UTs conclude enumeration work

In line with the revised timeline, the enumeration work in Goa, Puducherry, Lakshadweep, Rajasthan and West Bengal concluded today. These states and Union territories will publish their draft electoral rolls on December 16.

 

The poll panel noted that Kerala follows a different schedule. Its enumeration period will run until December 18, and the draft electoral roll for the State is set to be released on December 23, it said.

Election Commission urges voters to submit Form 6

To ensure that no eligible voter is excluded, the Election Commission is urging new electors to submit Form 6 along with the required declaration. Applicants can hand over the forms to booth level officers or complete the process online through the ECINet portal or app. All verified entries will be included in the final electoral rolls, which will be published in February 2026.