Is Bihar SIR's 95.92% Elector Coverage a Milestone?
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Synopsis
Discover how Bihar is approaching the goal of achieving an impressive 95.92% voter coverage in the electoral roll through the Special Intensive Revision. With only six days remaining, efforts are on to ensure that every eligible voter is included. Stay informed on the latest updates and initiatives by the Election Commission of India.
Key Takeaways
- 95.92 percent of electors covered in Bihar.
- 32 lakh electors still need to be included.
- Special camps set up in 5,683 wards for urban electors.
- Corrections to the electoral roll can be made until August 30, 2025.
- Election Commission actively reaching out to untraceable voters.
New Delhi, July 19 (NationPress) An impressive 95.92 percent of voters have been accounted for in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral rolls in Bihar, according to an official from the Election Commission of India on Saturday.
With just six more days left to complete the Enumeration Forms (EFs), the Election Commission of India (ECI) is exerting all efforts to incorporate the remaining approximately 32 lakh electors into the draft electoral roll, the official stated.
As of now, EFs for 7.15 crore or 90.64 percent of Bihar's total 7.89 crore electors have been received.
According to the ECI, 41.64 lakh or 5.27 percent of electors could not be located at their registered addresses by either Booth Level Officers or political party agents.
Among those untraceable, 14.29 lakh or 1.81 percent are likely deceased, while 19.74 lakh or 2.5 percent have presumably moved permanently, the statement indicated.
During the SIR process, 7.5 lakh or 0.95 percent of electors were found to be registered at multiple locations.
Furthermore, 11,000 electors remain untraceable, according to the statement.
The ECI has been actively informing Bihar's voters who have temporarily relocated elsewhere in the country via nationwide newspaper ads and various communication channels. Special camps have been organized in all 5,683 wards of Bihar's 261 Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) to assist in enrolling the remaining urban electors, stated the ECI.
The ECI reported that Booth Level Officers (BLOs) have successfully completed over three rounds of house-to-house visits to reach out to electors.
A coordinated initiative involving the entire electoral machinery, alongside additional visits by BLOs, is underway to connect with the remaining electors.
Election officials are collaborating in a mission-oriented manner to guarantee that no eligible elector is excluded from the draft Electoral Roll, scheduled for publication on August 1, 2025, according to the ECI.
The poll panel reiterated that per the SIR directive dated June 24, any errors or omissions in the draft Electoral Roll, set to be released on August 1, 2025, can be corrected by August 30, 2025.
Claims and objections can be submitted by any elector, political party, or Booth Level Agent (BLA) designated by the party, it added.
Point of View
The ongoing efforts in Bihar's electoral roll revision reflect a significant commitment to inclusivity in the democratic process. The proactive measures being taken by the Election Commission of India demonstrate a dedication to ensuring every eligible voter is accounted for, which is essential for a robust electoral framework.
NationPress
19/07/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current percentage of electors covered in Bihar?
As of now, 95.92 percent of electors have been accounted for in the Special Intensive Revision of the electoral rolls in Bihar.
How many electors are still untraceable?
11,000 electors remain untraceable according to the latest statement from the Election Commission of India.
What is the deadline for correcting errors in the electoral roll?
Any errors or omissions in the draft Electoral Roll can be rectified by August 30, 2025.
What initiatives are being taken to enroll remaining electors?
The Election Commission has set up special camps across 5,683 wards of Bihar's Urban Local Bodies to facilitate the enrollment of remaining urban electors.
What happens if a voter is found at multiple locations?
7.5 lakh electors were identified as having registrations at multiple places during the revision process.
