UP Voters Relief: The Election Commission of India (ECI) periodically conducts special intensive revision campaigns to maintain accurate and updated voter lists across the country. The aim is to ensure that no eligible citizen is deprived of their right to vote and to remove incorrect or fraudulent names from the voter list. The Election Commission has now taken an important and welcome decision regarding the special intensive revision campaign underway in Uttar Pradesh. Those whose names have not yet been added to the voter list or whose names, age, address, or other details are incorrect will now have additional time to apply.
Applications can be submitted until March 6, 2026
Uttar Pradesh Chief Electoral Officer Navdeep Rinwa, during a press conference held at Lok Bhawan in Lucknow, announced that voters can now register their claims and objections until March 6, 2026. Previously, the deadline was February 6, but considering the large number of applications received and the demands from various parties, the deadline has been extended by one month. During this period, new voters can fill out Form 6 to add their names. Form 7 can be used to remove incorrect or duplicate names, and Form 8 can be used to correct voter details.
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How the Revision Campaign Began
The Chief Electoral Officer informed that the special intensive revision process in Uttar Pradesh began on October 27. Under this process, house-to-house voter verification was conducted from November 4 to January 6. Following this, a draft voter list was released on January 6. After the release of the draft list, claims and objections were invited from January 6 to February 6. However, due to the large number of applications received and requests from political parties, the deadline was extended.
Final Voter List to be Released on April 10
According to the new schedule set by the Election Commission, all applications will be accepted until March 6, 2026. Following this, all claims and objections will be resolved by March 27. After the entire process is complete, the final voter list for Uttar Pradesh will be published on April 10, 2026. This list will be valid for the upcoming elections.
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Notices to Millions of Voters
According to election department data, 82,684 Form 7s have been filled so far for the removal of names. Approximately 37.8 lakh Form 6s have been submitted for adding names. 1,076 applications have been received under Form 6A for migrant voters. In addition, notices are to be sent to a total of 3.26 crore voters. So far, 2.37 crore notices have been issued, of which 86.27 lakh have reached the voters. Hearings have been completed in approximately 30 lakh cases.
Discrepancies Found in the Voter List
The election department also stated that there are about 14 lakh voters whose names are included in the draft list, but their physical verification has not been completed. In the cases of 22 lakh voters, verification has been done, but some discrepancies have been found in their details. Notices are being sent to all such voters so that a final decision can be taken after obtaining the correct information.
BLO Arrangement for Voters
Keeping the convenience of voters in mind, Booth Level Officers (BLOs) will be available at polling stations on all working days from 10 AM to 12 PM. Voters can contact them directly to fill out forms, correct information, and receive assistance related to their applications. The Election Commission has also acknowledged that a large number of women and young voters in the 18-21 age group have not yet been included in the voter list. All such citizens are urged to come forward and apply in a timely manner.
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