Election Commission Extends SIR Deadlines in 5 States and Delhi

The Election Commission of India has revised the schedule for the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Haryana, Telangana, Nagaland, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra and Delhi. The final publication of voter lists has been postponed for several regions.

According to official letters issued on October 29, the final electoral rolls for Haryana, Telangana, Nagaland, Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra will be published on November 30. Delhi's final publication date has been extended to December 22.

The notice and claims-and-objections phase has also been extended, with revised deadlines varying by state. In Delhi, the period for filing claims and objections runs until November 25, while the notice phase and disposal of claims and objections will continue until December 15.

In Maharashtra, the period for filing claims and objections ends on November 13, while the notice phase and disposal of claims and objections will continue until November 25. In Nagaland, the notice phase and disposal of claims and objections will continue until November 25.

Haryana’s corresponding phase has been extended until November 20, while Telangana’s will continue until November 26. The commission has directed officials to publicize the revised schedules and inform political parties in writing.