What Steps Are Being Taken for the Bihar Draft Voter List?
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Synopsis
The Election Commission of India has received 2,864 applications for name changes in Bihar's draft voter list. Despite the influx of individual requests, political parties have not submitted any claims. Special camps are available to assist voters, and efforts are underway to include young electors in the electoral process.
Key Takeaways
- 2,864 applications received for name changes in Bihar.
- Political parties have submitted no claims or objections.
- Special camps are available daily until September 1, 2025.
- 14,914 young electors have registered since August 1.
- Voters must submit new photographs to receive updated ID cards.
New Delhi, Aug 5 (NationPress) The Election Commission of India (ECI) has reported receiving 2,864 completed applications from individual voters in Bihar for the addition or removal of names in the draft voter list since August 1, according to a statement released on Tuesday.
From 3 p.m. on August 1 to 3 p.m. on August 5, political parties collectively filed no claims or objections regarding the addition of eligible electors or the removal of ineligible electors, as noted in the ECI's daily update.
In its report on claims and objections related to the draft electoral roll, the ECI emphasized that special camps have been established in all Block-cum-Circle Offices and Urban Local Body Municipal Offices. These camps will operate from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. every day until September 1, 2025.
As part of a special campaign initiated by the Bihar CEO on August 1 to encourage the addition of eligible new young electors aged 18 as of July 1 to October 1, 2025, a total of 14,914 young electors have submitted their forms along with the necessary declarations.
The ECI has also urged all electors to submit their new photographs to their BLOs before September 1, as new identity cards will be issued to all eligible voters.
To facilitate claims and objections for eligible elector names, the ECI has provided political parties with a list of electors whose names appeared in the June 24 electoral roll but are missing from the August 1 draft.
Additionally, around 1.60 lakh Booth Level Agents (BLAs), appointed by the District Presidents of all twelve political parties, are actively participating in this initiative.
According to the Special Intensive Revision order, the draft electoral rolls for Bihar were published on August 1 following the completion of the Enumeration Phase from June 24 to July 25.
The draft electoral rolls for all 90,712 polling booths across the 243 Assembly Constituencies were shared with all political parties by the 38 DEOs of Bihar on August 1.
Point of View
It is crucial to recognize the importance of voter participation and the integrity of the electoral process. The current situation in Bihar, where individual electors are actively seeking changes while political parties remain inactive, raises questions about engagement and representation. The ECI's initiatives to include young voters demonstrate a commitment to fostering a more inclusive democracy.
NationPress
05/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the purpose of the special camps set up by the ECI?
The special camps aim to assist voters in adding or removing their names from the draft voter list, ensuring they can participate in the electoral process.
How many young electors have submitted their forms?
As of now, 14,914 young electors have filled out their applications to register as voters.
What is the deadline for voters to submit their photographs?
Voters are encouraged to submit their new photographs to their BLOs by September 1.
What steps are political parties taking regarding the draft voter list?
Surprisingly, political parties have filed zero claims or objections concerning the draft voter list.
When was the draft electoral roll published?
The draft electoral roll for Bihar was published on August 1, following the Enumeration Phase.
