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Punjab gears up for Special Intensive Revision (SIR); 74% voters mapped ahead of SIR exercise
Babushahi Bureau
Chandigarh, April 4, 2026: Punjab is gearing up for the upcoming Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, with over 74% of voters already mapped in the pre-revision exercise, Chief Electoral Officer Anindita Mitra said on Saturday.
According to the CEO, the state has made significant progress in preparatory work, ensuring a structured and time-bound approach ahead of the official schedule to be announced by the Election Commission of India.
Over 1.59 Crore Voters Mapped
As per data till April 4, a total of 1,59,36,941 out of 2,14,57,521 electors—amounting to 74.27%—have been successfully mapped with records from the last intensive revision. Daily monitoring by Electoral Registration Officers (EROs) is being carried out to ensure timely completion and address any issues.
Districts such as Tarn Taran, Moga, Sri Muktsar Sahib, and Mansa have recorded the highest mapping percentages, while major districts including Ludhiana, Amritsar, Jalandhar, and Patiala have also shown steady progress.
2003 Electoral Roll Key to Verification
The CEO urged citizens to verify and link their details using the 2003 electoral roll available on the official portal of the Election Commission. Voters can also check records of family members, including parents and grandparents, to establish linkage if needed.
Door-to-Door Enumeration Planned
During the SIR exercise, Booth Level Officers (BLOs) will conduct door-to-door enumeration across the state. Forms will be distributed and collected along with supporting documents to ensure complete and accurate voter data.
All individuals listed in the 2025 voter list will be required to fill out these enumeration forms.
Political Parties and Public Participation
To strengthen transparency, over 8,000 Booth Level Agents (BLAs) have already been appointed by political parties across Punjab. Officials stressed that active participation from both political stakeholders and citizens will be crucial for maintaining clean and updated electoral rolls.
Helpline and Digital Support
A dedicated helpline (1950) has been set up to assist voters, operating during working hours and expected to run round-the-clock during the SIR period. Citizens can also use digital platforms like the ECINET portal and the Voter Helpline App for services and grievance redressal.
Focus on Clean and Accurate Rolls
Reiterating the objective of the exercise, Anindita Mitra said the SIR aims to ensure accurate, inclusive, and error-free electoral rolls. She also cautioned voters against holding duplicate registrations, noting that it is an offence under the Representation of the People Act, 1950.