The Election Commission has launched a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) across Maharashtra, running from June 30 to July 29, 2026. Marking the first intensive voter list audit in 24 years, more than one lakh officers are conducting door-to-door visits to eliminate duplicate records and finalize updated electoral rolls by October 7.
MUMBAI, INDIA — The Election Commission of India (ECI) has officially commenced its Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls across Maharashtra. Launched on June 30, 2026, the extensive door-to-door verification process will run through July 29, 2026. This critical field exercise, targeting an electorate of over 9.5 crore citizens, marks the first full-scale intensive verification drive undertaken in the state since 2002. It serves to thoroughly update database logs ahead of subsequent electoral cycles.
The massive state-wide roll-out addresses deep structural anomalies, duplicate entries, and outdated registries accumulated over more than two decades. Deployed under the direct supervision of the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) of Maharashtra, more than one lakh government-appointed Booth Level Officers (BLOs) have been activated to conduct physical, house-to-house visitations across all 288 assembly constituencies to ensure absolute electoral data integrity.
Field Implementation and Technology Integration
The foundational objective of the month-long Special Intensive Revision is the systematic purging of ineligible entries, including deceased, permanently shifted, or duplicate voters, while capturing newly eligible citizens who will attain 18 years of age by the qualifying date of October 1, 2026.
To streamline the immense logistics, the district administrations have distributed standardized, pre-filled Enumeration Forms to all field personnel. Each household will receive two physical copies of the form, which feature the resident’s existing electoral data, a photograph, a secure QR code, and the specific contact credentials of their local assigned officer.
Structured Statutory Timeline
June 30 – July 29, 2026: House-to-house physical verification and collection of filled Enumeration Forms.
August 5, 2026: Formal publication of the comprehensive draft electoral rolls for public review.
August 5 – September 4, 2026: Statutory window open for citizens to submit official claims and objections.
October 7, 2026: State-wide publication of the finalized, clean electoral rolls.
Extensive Rollout Across Vidarbha and Key Regions
The immense scale of the verification drive is particularly visible in the Vidarbha region, which encompasses 11 districts and more than two crore registered electors—roughly one-fifth of the state’s total voting base. In Nagpur district alone, District Collector Vipin Itankar confirmed that 4,610 BLOs are covering 46.38 lakh electors across 12 distinct assembly lines.
Preliminary data analysis from pre-SIR mapping operations in Nagpur indicated that nearly 27% of the mapped profiles—approximately 8.75 lakh records—flagged standard anomalies, such as spelling mismatches or unverified addresses. These specific accounts are receiving prioritized physical audits during the active door-to-door phase to correct errors permanently.
Official Sources Section
According to official administrative guidelines issued by the Maharashtra State Election Department and regulatory updates from the Election Commission, specific protocols have been established to prevent citizen exclusion.
"According to officials, if an assigned officer finds a household locked or closed during an initial visit, they are strictly mandated to leave the required paperwork at the residence and conduct at least three separate follow-up visits across different times of the week to ensure the family gets an opportunity to complete their verification."
State election officials also clarified that while citizens are encouraged to cooperate with visiting officers, tech-literate voters can completely bypass physical wait times by filling out and submitting their Enumeration Forms digitally via the official ECI Voters' Service Portal or the integrated ECINET mobile application. Once completed online, the system automatically generates an electronic acknowledgment receipt, concluding the process.
Why It Matters
The absolute accuracy of electoral rolls is the cornerstone of democratic stability. Over a 24-year period, massive urban migration, regional realignments, and natural demographic shifts create severe data distortions if left uncorrected. This intensive physical audit ensures that political representations are calculated against actual resident populations, prevents voter impersonation at the booths, and guarantees that no eligible individual is blocked from casting their ballot due to technical or administrative discrepancies.
Key Facts at a Glance
Drive Duration: The active field verification phase runs from June 30 to July 29, 2026.
Historical Context: This stands as the first comprehensive Special Intensive Revision (SIR) executed in Maharashtra since 2002.
Personnel Deployment: More than one lakh Booth Level Officers (BLOs) are conducting house visits state-wide.
Missing Resident Protocol: BLOs are legally required to make a minimum of three distinct visits if a house is found locked.
Final Roll Release: The corrected, legally binding final electoral rolls will be published on October 7, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process?
It is a rigorous, door-to-door physical verification drive organized by the Election Commission to thoroughly clean, update, and validate the electoral roll by adding new eligible voters and removing deceased or shifted individuals.
Do I need to submit physical copies of my passport or Aadhaar card?
No. The state election commission has clarified that existing registered voters only need to verify the details on the pre-filled Enumeration Form, sign it, and return a copy. Additional documentation is typically requested only for entirely new registrations or highly contested corrections.
How can I verify my voting details if I am not home when the officer visits?
If your home is locked, the officer will leave an Enumeration Form. You can either wait for their follow-up visits or log directly onto the official online Voters' Service Portal to complete, verify, and submit your form digitally using your EPIC (Voter ID) number.
Source: * Chief Electoral Officer, Maharashtra Official Portal
