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Gujarat Voter List Shrinks by 68 Lakh; Lakshadweep Sees Minimal Change

The Election Commission of India released snapshots of its Special Intensive Revision exercise, revealing significant deletions from state electoral rolls. Gujarat recorded the highest number of deletions, with over 68 lakh voters removed, resulting in a 13.4% net change. In contrast, Lakshadweep saw the smallest adjustment, with only 206 names deleted. The Commission stated the deletions followed field verification for reasons like death, permanent migration, and duplicate enrollments.

Key Points: Gujarat Deletes 68 Lakh Voters in Election Roll Revision

  • Gujarat sees highest deletion of 68 lakh voters
  • Lakshadweep has lowest deletion at 206 names
  • Deletions due to death, migration, duplicates
  • Andaman & Nicobar had highest net change percentage
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SIR snapshot: Gujarat records deletion of over 68 lakh voters, Lakshadweep lowest at 206

ECI data shows Gujarat recorded highest voter deletions at 68 lakh, while Lakshadweep had the lowest. Details on state-wise electoral roll revisions.

"deletion of 68,12,711 names -- a net change of 13.40 per cent - Election Commission data"

New Delhi, Feb 21

The Election Commission of India on Saturday released snapshots of the Special Intensive Revision exercise, showing that Gujarat recorded the highest deletion of over 68 lakh electors, while Lakshadweep registered the lowest deletion at 206 names.

The snapshots were issued after publication of the final electoral rolls for Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Chhattisgarh, Goa, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, and Rajasthan, detailing the extent of deletions and revisions undertaken to ensure accurate and updated voter lists.

According to the ECI, Gujarat's total electorate stood at 5,08,43,436 before the SIR exercise and declined to 4,40,30,725 after revision, resulting in deletion of 68,12,711 names -- a net change of 13.40 per cent.

The Commission said the deletions were carried out following field verification and were attributed to reasons such as death, permanent migration, duplicate or multiple enrolments, and other statutory grounds.

The percentage of net change in the number of electors during the SIR exercise was highest in Andaman and Nicobar Islands at 16.87 per cent, followed by Gujarat at 13.40 per cent.

In Andaman and Nicobar Islands, the number of electors declined from 3,10,404 to 2,58,040, reflecting deletion of 52,364 names.

In Madhya Pradesh, the electorate declined from 5,74,06,143 before revision to 5,39,81,065 after the exercise, resulting in deletion of 34,25,078 names -- a net change of 5.97 per cent.

In Rajasthan, the number of electors declined from 5,46,56,215 to 5,15,19,929, reflecting a net change of 5.74 per cent.

In Chhattisgarh, the electorate declined from 2,12,30,737 to 1,87,30,914, marking a net change of 11.77 per cent.

In Kerala, the number of electors reduced from 2,78,50,855 prior to the revision to 2,69,53,644 after the SIR exercise, reflecting a net change of 3.22 per cent.

In Goa, the electorate declined from 11,85,034 to 10,57,566, resulting in deletion of 1,27,468 names -- a net change of 10.75 per cent.

In Puducherry, the number of electors declined from 10,21,578 to 9,44,211, reflecting a net change of 7.57 per cent.

In Lakshadweep, the electorate declined marginally from 57,813 to 57,607, reflecting deletion of 206 names -- a net change of 0.36 per cent, the lowest among the regions covered under the revision exercise.

The Commission said the revision exercise was conducted to maintain accuracy and integrity of electoral rolls through systematic verification and removal of ineligible entries.

- IANS

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Priya S
While cleaning rolls is important, such a high percentage deletion in Gujarat and A&N Islands raises questions. Were the previous rolls that inaccurate? Hope genuine voters haven't been removed by mistake. The process must be transparent.
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Rohit P
Good step by ECI. In my colony in MP, we know of people who have passed away years ago but were still on the list. This revision was needed. Hope they do it regularly now.
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Sarah B
Interesting data. Lakshadweep with only 206 deletions shows either a very stable population or perhaps less rigorous checking? The variation between states is quite stark.
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Vikram M
As someone who recently moved from Rajasthan to Gujarat for work, I had to get my voter ID transferred. This exercise highlights the issue of migration. The EC should make the process of updating address online much smoother.
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Karthik V
Accuracy in electoral rolls is the foundation of free and fair elections. Kudos to the EC for this intensive drive. Now political parties must ensure their workers help people check their names and re-enroll if needed.

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