Thirteen crore names deleted from voter lists during revision exercise
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The Election Commission of India has initiated a process for voters to re-enroll after 13 crore names were removed during a special revision of voter lists.
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- The Election Commission removed over 13 crore names from draft voter lists across 30 states and Union Territories during a special revision exercise.
- Voters missing from the updated lists can apply for re-inclusion through local Electoral Registration Officers or by utilizing special help desks for vulnerable populations.
- Affected individuals may use Form 6 to submit their applications, while Booth Level Officers are deployed to collect documentation in specific cases.
- State-specific deadlines for filing claims and objections have been established to ensure eligible citizens are restored to the electoral rolls.
What to watch next
- Deadlines for filing claims and objections in specific states like Delhi and Maharashtra
- The effectiveness of the special enrollment drives managed by district election officials
- Ongoing verification of voter records by Booth Level Officers
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