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ECI Calls for Error-Free Voter Lists & Better Polling Stations in Major Review Meet
The Election Commission holds a major meet with state chiefs to gear up for the biggest voter list clean-up! Find out what's changing to make voting easier and error-free.
Guwahati, September 11, 2025: In a significant step towards preparing for future elections, the Election Commission of India (ECI) just concluded a high-level conference with the Chief Electoral Officers (CEOs) of all states and union territories. The two-day meeting, held at the India International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Management (IIIDEM) in New Delhi, was all about ensuring the country's voter rolls are perfect and polling stations are voter-friendly.
The conference was inaugurated by the Chief Election Commissioner, Shri Gyanesh Kumar, along with Election Commissioners Dr. Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Dr. Vivek Joshi. The main agenda was to review the readiness of every state for the upcoming Special Summary Revision (SIR) of the electoral roll - a massive nationwide exercise to add new voters and clean up the list.
Key Takeaways from the ECI's Big Meeting
1. Learning from Bihar's Experience: The CEO of Bihar kicked things off by sharing a detailed presentation. He talked about the strategies they used, the challenges they faced, and the best practices other states could copy. This helps all states learn from each other and avoid common mistakes.
2. Deep Dive into State Readiness:
Each state CEO presented their current status on:
- The total number of voters on their list.
- How digitised and available their electoral rolls are on their official websites.
- How they are matching current voter data with the last SIR to find discrepancies.
3. No More Overcrowded Polling Booths!
The ECI has a golden rule: no polling station should have more than 1,200 voters. This time, the Commission strictly reviewed the status of rationalisation of polling stations across India. This means they are working on creating more polling stations where needed to reduce long queues and make voting a smooth, quick experience for everyone.
4. Making Voter Registration a Breeze:
A major focus was on ensuring that every single eligible citizen gets a chance to vote, while making sure no ineligible names are on the list. The CEOs suggested a list of documents that people can easily submit for registration. The goal is to make the process simple and accessible for all.
5. Training the Ground Force:
The ECI also checked on the appointment and training of the officials who make elections possible on the ground. This includes District Election Officers (DEOs), Electoral Registration Officers (EROs), Booth Level Officers (BLOs), and their assistants. Well-trained officials are crucial for a free and fair electoral process.
In simple words, This conference was like a national pre-game huddle before the big match of voter list revision. The ECI is leaving no stone unturned to make our electoral system more robust, inclusive, and efficient.
This is great news for every Indian voter. It means your voting experience is about to get better, and the sacred voter list will be more accurate than ever!
(source-pib)
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