The first phase of the Statewide Intensive Revision (SIR) was successfully completed in Bihar from June 27 to July 25, 2025, as announced by the Election Commission in a press release on July 27. The initiative aimed to register all eligible voters and ensure their participation in the electoral process.
So far, 91.69% of voters, which totals over 72.4 million, have submitted their forms. Records show that around 3.6 million voters are missing, 2.2 million were declared deceased, and 0.7 million had duplicate entries.
The purpose of this special intensive revision campaign was to create an accurate and precise voter list; however, some raised questions regarding its necessity. The commission addresses these concerns, emphasizing that each phase is dedicated to distinct tasks, so premature doubts about future verification processes are unwarranted.
ECI finds it puzzling why some are causing uproar when the period from August 1 to September 1 has been allocated for addressing errors and exclusions. It advocates engaging its 1.6 lakh BLOs to file claims and objections during this period. Misconceptions about the draft list's finality contradict the SIR directives, and such confusion should be avoided.
10 Objectives of Conducting SIR
Encouraging Electoral Participation
Out of 78.9 million total voters, over 72.4 million submitted voter forms, marking a significant achievement. This success was made possible by the involvement of the Election Commission, district officers, election officers, BLOs, numerous volunteers, and key political party members.
Source: aajtak
Reaching Every Voter
Approximately 57 million SMS messages were sent to those who provided their mobile numbers for updates. BLOs and BLAs made house visits to personally meet voters three times, ensuring no one was left out.
Addressing Migrant Voters
To include those residing outside Bihar, full-page advertisements were placed in 246 newspapers, enabling around 2.9 million migrants to fill out forms online and through the app.
Special Urban Focus
Special urban camps were set up in 5,683 wards across 261 municipalities, targeting urban voters to ensure comprehensive inclusion.
Engaging Young Voters
Efforts were made to encourage those turning 18 by July 1, 2025, or October 1, 2025, to fill Form 6. A special campaign is planned for them from August 1 to September 1.
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Continuous Communication and Monitoring
Confirmation SMS messages were sent to those submitting forms. Lists of deceased, relocated, or unavailable voters were shared with political parties for verification.
Supporting Vulnerable Groups
Assistance was provided to senior citizens, differently-abled individuals, and others in need with gathering necessary electoral documents.
Addressing Every Grievance
The administration personally resolved complaints received from the media and social media platforms.
Review of the Draft Voter List
A new voter list will be published on August 1. Objections or new inclusions can be made between August 1 and September 1.
Names Won't Be Removed Unnecessarily
No name will be removed without notification and justification. Anyone unsatisfied with the decision can file an appeal.
