Over 2.89 crore voters removed from Uttar Pradesh SIR draft list including 46 lakh deceased
A massive voter list revision in Uttar Pradesh has led to the removal of over 2.89 crore names from the Special Intensive Revision draft rolls. The deletions include around 46 lakh voters who are no longer alive, reflecting one of the largest electoral clean up exercises undertaken in the state.
More than 2.89 crore voters have been removed from the Special Intensive Revision draft electoral rolls in Uttar Pradesh, according to official data. Among those deleted are nearly 46 lakh voters who were identified as deceased, marking a significant step toward improving the accuracy of the voter database.
The large scale revision exercise was carried out as part of routine efforts to ensure that electoral rolls remain updated and free from errors. Apart from deceased voters, the removals also include names of people who have shifted to other locations, duplicate entries and individuals found to be ineligible under existing rules.
Election officials said the SIR process involves extensive field verification, cross checking with local records and door to door surveys. The aim is to prevent discrepancies that could affect the integrity of elections and ensure that only eligible voters are listed.
The exercise has drawn attention due to the sheer number of names removed, making it one of the biggest voter list revisions in the country. Officials clarified that the draft list is not final and that citizens will have an opportunity to raise objections or seek corrections during the claims and objections period.
The Election Commission of India has emphasised that voter participation is crucial during this stage. Eligible voters whose names are missing or wrongly deleted can submit applications with supporting documents to get their details restored.
Political parties are also closely monitoring the revision, as accurate voter lists play a key role in ensuring fair elections. Some leaders have urged authorities to ensure transparency and adequate public awareness so that genuine voters are not excluded.
Officials said the final electoral rolls will be published only after all claims and objections are examined. The revision exercise is expected to result in cleaner and more reliable voter lists ahead of upcoming elections, strengthening confidence in the electoral process.
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