SIR in state next month

The special roll revision, which would be conducted for the second time after 2002, will adhere to the guidelines of the Election Commission of India (ECI). During the exercise, 11 documents, except Aadhaar and ration cards, will be accepted as valid proofs

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The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral roll in Odisha will begin in the first week of September, after a gap of 24 years, officials said Thursday.

The exercise will be conducted under the guidelines of the Election Commission of India (ECI). During the SIR, Aadhaar and ration cards will not be accepted as valid documents, Instead, 11 specified identity proofs will be considered, though the list may be modified with additions or removals if required.

Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) RS Gopalan said Monday that the commission is focused on ensuring the integrity of the electoral process. He noted that despite allegations of irregularities, including voter fraud, public trust in ECI will not diminish.