The Election Commission of India (ECI) has set January 19, 2026 as the final deadline for filing claims and objections under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in West Bengal. Citizens can submit Forms 6, 7, and 8 for inclusion, deletion, or correction. Hearings continue till February 7, with the final list published on February 14.
Bengal’s Voter List Revision Nears Completion
The Election Commission has announced that the deadline for voter list objections and claims ends today, January 19, 2026, marking the conclusion of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in West Bengal. This exercise is crucial ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections, ensuring accuracy and inclusivity in the electoral rolls.
Key Highlights
Deadline: January 19, 2026, for submission of claims and objections.
Forms Applicable:
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Form 6 – Inclusion of new voters.
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Form 7 – Deletion of names due to death or ineligibility.
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Form 8 – Correction of details or shifting of constituency.
Hearings: Scheduled till February 7, 2026, across 6,500 centres.
Final Voter List: To be published on February 14, 2026.
Scale of Exercise: Target of 7,00,000 hearings per day to address claims efficiently.
Objective: Ensure maximum participation and accuracy in electoral rolls before elections.
This revision underscores the Election Commission’s commitment to transparency and inclusivity, giving citizens the final opportunity to verify and correct their voter details before the electoral rolls are finalized.
Sources: Orissa Post, Indian Express, The Hindu, WB Update, NDTV