Will the draft voters' list for three states and two UTs be published tomorrow?
Synopsis
Tomorrow marks an important milestone as the draft voters' list for three states and two Union Territories is set to be published, concluding the first phase of the Special Intensive Revision. This development will allow voters to verify their registration status through various means, paving the way for upcoming elections.
Key Takeaways
Draft voters' lists will be published for three states and two Union Territories.
Voters can check their names through various methods.
The first phase of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) concludes on December 16.
Second phase includes filing claims and objections.
Final list publication is on February 14, 2026.
Kolkata, December 15 (NationPress) The provisional voters' list for three states and two Union Territories is set to be released on Tuesday, signaling the conclusion of the initial phase of the three-part Special Intensive Revision (SIR).
The three states included in this publication are West Bengal, Rajasthan, and Goa.
Additionally, the draft voters' lists will also be made available for the two Union Territories of Puducherry and Lakshadweep.
The Chief Electoral Officers (CEOs) and District Electoral Officers (DEOs) from these states and Union Territories are preparing to distribute the draft lists to all political parties registered with the Election Commission of India (ECI).
A source from the West Bengal Chief Electoral Officer’s office indicated that voters will have three methods to verify their names in the draft list.
The first method is to access the voters' list available on the websites of both the ECI and the respective CEOs' offices.
The second method involves visiting the nearest borough office to view the printed lists.
The third option is to reach out to the relevant Booth Level Officers to confirm the presence of their names.
The ECI will also prepare separate lists of voters subject to exclusion in these states and Union Territories, including deceased, relocated, untraceable, duplicate voters, and others deemed unfit for inclusion.
The initial stage of the three-phase SIR, which commenced on November 4, will conclude on December 16 with the release of the draft voters' lists.
Following this, the second phase of the SIR will start, focusing on claims and objections, alongside the notice phase which includes issuance, hearing, verification, and resolution of enumeration forms and claims.
The final voters' list is scheduled for publication on February 14, 2026.
As for West Bengal, the ECI will reveal the dates for the vital Assembly elections set for next year right after the publication of the final voters' list.
Point of View
I emphasize the importance of transparency and accessibility in our electoral processes. The publication of the draft voters' list not only enhances civic engagement but also ensures that every eligible citizen can participate in our democracy. We stand firm in our commitment to uphold the integrity of the electoral system.
NationPress
1 May 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the draft voters' list be published?
The draft voters' list will be published tomorrow.
Which states are included in the draft voters' list?
The states included are West Bengal, Rajasthan, and Goa.
How can voters check their names in the draft list?
Voters can check their names online, visit borough offices, or contact Booth Level Officers.
What happens after the draft list is published?
The second phase will begin, focusing on filing claims and objections.
When will the final voters' list be published?
The final voters' list is set to be published on February 14, 2026.
