{"id":51124,"date":"2026-05-16T17:46:24","date_gmt":"2026-05-16T12:16:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=51124"},"modified":"2026-05-16T17:46:26","modified_gmt":"2026-05-16T12:16:26","slug":"eci-special-intensive-revision-phase-iii-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/eci-special-intensive-revision-phase-iii-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"ECI Special Intensive Revision Phase III 2026: 36.73 Crore Voters Covered in Electoral Roll Update"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_84 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span 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ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/eci-special-intensive-revision-phase-iii-2026\/#ECI_Special_Intensive_Revision_Phase_III_2026_covers_3673_crore_voters_across_India_to_update_electoral_rolls_ensure_accuracy_and_strengthen_free_and_fair_elections_under_Article_324\" >ECI Special Intensive Revision Phase III 2026 covers 36.73 crore voters across India to update electoral rolls, ensure accuracy, and strengthen free and fair elections under Article 324.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/eci-special-intensive-revision-phase-iii-2026\/#Introduction_to_the_Nationwide_Electoral_Roll_Revision\" >Introduction to the Nationwide Electoral Roll Revision<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/eci-special-intensive-revision-phase-iii-2026\/#States_and_Union_Territories_Covered_Under_Phase_III\" >States and Union Territories Covered Under Phase III<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/eci-special-intensive-revision-phase-iii-2026\/#Purpose_of_the_Special_Intensive_Revision\" >Purpose of the Special Intensive Revision<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/eci-special-intensive-revision-phase-iii-2026\/#Door-to-Door_Verification_Process\" >Door-to-Door Verification Process<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/eci-special-intensive-revision-phase-iii-2026\/#Constitutional_and_Legal_Basis_of_the_Revision\" >Constitutional and Legal Basis of the Revision<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/eci-special-intensive-revision-phase-iii-2026\/#Significance_for_Governance_and_Democracy\" >Significance for Governance and Democracy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/eci-special-intensive-revision-phase-iii-2026\/#Political_Reactions_and_Public_Debate\" >Political Reactions and Public Debate<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/eci-special-intensive-revision-phase-iii-2026\/#Relevance_for_Competitive_Examinations\" >Relevance for Competitive Examinations<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/eci-special-intensive-revision-phase-iii-2026\/#Why_This_News_is_Important\" >Why This News is Important<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/eci-special-intensive-revision-phase-iii-2026\/#Importance_for_Indian_Democracy\" >Importance for Indian Democracy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/eci-special-intensive-revision-phase-iii-2026\/#Importance_for_Governance_and_Administration\" >Importance for Governance and Administration<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/eci-special-intensive-revision-phase-iii-2026\/#Importance_for_Competitive_Examinations\" >Importance for Competitive Examinations<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/eci-special-intensive-revision-phase-iii-2026\/#Historical_Context\" >Historical Context<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/eci-special-intensive-revision-phase-iii-2026\/#Evolution_of_Electoral_Roll_Revision_in_India\" >Evolution of Electoral Roll Revision in India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/eci-special-intensive-revision-phase-iii-2026\/#Constitutional_Role_of_the_Election_Commission\" >Constitutional Role of the Election Commission<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/eci-special-intensive-revision-phase-iii-2026\/#Previous_Phases_of_the_SIR_Exercise\" >Previous Phases of the SIR Exercise<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/eci-special-intensive-revision-phase-iii-2026\/#Key_Takeaways_from_This_News\" >Key Takeaways from This News<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/eci-special-intensive-revision-phase-iii-2026\/#FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/eci-special-intensive-revision-phase-iii-2026\/#1_What_is_the_Special_Intensive_Revision_SIR_of_electoral_rolls\" >1. What is the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/eci-special-intensive-revision-phase-iii-2026\/#2_Which_constitutional_body_conducts_the_electoral_roll_revision_in_India\" >2. Which constitutional body conducts the electoral roll revision in India?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/eci-special-intensive-revision-phase-iii-2026\/#3_How_many_voters_are_covered_under_Phase_III_of_SIR\" >3. How many voters are covered under Phase III of SIR?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/eci-special-intensive-revision-phase-iii-2026\/#4_What_is_the_role_of_Booth_Level_Officers_BLOs_in_this_exercise\" >4. What is the role of Booth Level Officers (BLOs) in this exercise?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/eci-special-intensive-revision-phase-iii-2026\/#5_Why_is_electoral_roll_revision_important_for_elections\" >5. Why is electoral roll revision important for elections?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/eci-special-intensive-revision-phase-iii-2026\/#6_Which_states_and_UTs_are_included_in_Phase_III\" >6. Which states and UTs are included in Phase III?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/eci-special-intensive-revision-phase-iii-2026\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"ECI_Special_Intensive_Revision_Phase_III_2026_covers_3673_crore_voters_across_India_to_update_electoral_rolls_ensure_accuracy_and_strengthen_free_and_fair_elections_under_Article_324\"><\/span><strong>ECI Special Intensive Revision Phase III 2026 covers 36.73 crore voters across India to update electoral rolls, ensure accuracy, and strengthen free and fair elections under Article 324.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction_to_the_Nationwide_Electoral_Roll_Revision\"><\/span>Introduction to the Nationwide Electoral Roll Revision<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Election Commission of India has launched Phase III of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls across 16 states and 3 Union Territories. This large-scale exercise aims to verify and update voter lists to ensure that only eligible citizens remain enrolled in the electoral database. According to the Commission, nearly 36.73 crore electors will be covered under this phase of the revision drive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The revision process is one of the most significant voter verification exercises in recent years. It will involve massive door-to-door verification carried out by Booth Level Officers (BLOs), who serve as the grassroots functionaries of the election machinery. More than 3.94 lakh BLOs and lakhs of Booth Level Agents (BLAs) appointed by political parties will participate in the exercise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"States_and_Union_Territories_Covered_Under_Phase_III\"><\/span>States and Union Territories Covered Under Phase III<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The third phase of the SIR exercise includes Andhra Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Haryana, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Odisha, Punjab, Sikkim, Telangana, Tripura, and Uttarakhand. The Union Territories covered are Chandigarh, Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu, and Delhi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Election Commission clarified that Himachal Pradesh, Jammu &amp; Kashmir, and Ladakh have been excluded from this phase due to weather-related conditions and logistical challenges in snow-bound regions. Their schedules will be announced separately later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Purpose_of_the_Special_Intensive_Revision\"><\/span>Purpose of the Special Intensive Revision<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The main objective of the Special Intensive Revision is to improve the accuracy and transparency of electoral rolls. The Election Commission seeks to remove duplicate entries, names of deceased voters, shifted voters, and ineligible persons while ensuring that every eligible citizen gets the opportunity to vote.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Accurate voter rolls are essential for conducting free and fair elections in a democracy. The revision process also strengthens the principle of \u201cOne Person, One Vote\u201d by reducing irregularities and enhancing electoral integrity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Door-to-Door_Verification_Process\"><\/span>Door-to-Door Verification Process<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Under Phase III, Booth Level Officers will conduct house-to-house visits to verify voter details. The officers will distribute enumeration forms to electors, which citizens must fill and return within the prescribed time frame. Political parties will also appoint Booth Level Agents to monitor the process and improve transparency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Election Commission emphasized that no documents will be collected during the initial distribution phase. However, discrepancies or doubtful entries may later undergo scrutiny or verification. This process is expected to improve the quality of electoral rolls before upcoming elections in various states.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Constitutional_and_Legal_Basis_of_the_Revision\"><\/span>Constitutional and Legal Basis of the Revision<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Election Commission derives its authority from Article 324 of the Constitution of India, which empowers it to supervise, direct, and control elections in the country. The Representation of the People Act, 1950, also authorizes the Commission to revise electoral rolls periodically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The SIR process is considered an intensive exercise because it involves direct verification rather than merely updating names through annual summary revisions. Such exercises are usually conducted before major electoral cycles or when substantial corrections are required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Significance_for_Governance_and_Democracy\"><\/span>Significance for Governance and Democracy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Special Intensive Revision has major implications for democratic governance. Accurate voter rolls help prevent electoral fraud, impersonation, and duplication of votes. They also increase public trust in the electoral process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The revision drive reflects the Election Commission\u2019s attempt to modernize voter verification and strengthen institutional credibility. Since India is the world\u2019s largest democracy, maintaining updated electoral rolls is a critical administrative responsibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Political_Reactions_and_Public_Debate\"><\/span>Political Reactions and Public Debate<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The rollout of the SIR process has generated political discussions in several states. Opposition parties in some regions have raised concerns regarding possible deletion of genuine voters or misuse of the verification process. Meanwhile, the Election Commission has defended the exercise as a transparent and participative process involving voters, political parties, and election officials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Commission has repeatedly urged citizens to cooperate with Booth Level Officers during the verification process to avoid discrepancies in electoral records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Relevance_for_Competitive_Examinations\"><\/span>Relevance for Competitive Examinations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This development is highly important for aspirants preparing for UPSC, SSC, State PSCs, Banking, Railways, Defence, Police, and Teaching examinations. Questions may be asked regarding:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Article 324 of the Constitution<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Functions of the Election Commission of India<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Electoral roll revision process<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Booth Level Officers (BLOs)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Representation of the People Act, 1950<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free and fair elections in India<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Students should also remember the data related to the exercise, including the number of voters covered and states involved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\" id=\"ECI-Special-Intensive-Revision-Phase-III-2026\"><img decoding=\"async\" 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alt=\"ECI Special Intensive Revision Phase III 2026\" style=\"width:614px;height:auto\" title=\"ECI Special Intensive Revision Phase III 2026\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">ECI Special Intensive Revision Phase III 2026<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_This_News_is_Important\"><\/span>Why This News is Important<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Importance_for_Indian_Democracy\"><\/span>Importance for Indian Democracy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The launch of Phase III of the Special Intensive Revision is important because it directly affects the quality and reliability of India\u2019s electoral system. Electoral rolls form the foundation of democratic elections. If voter lists contain errors such as duplicate names, deceased voters, or fake identities, the fairness of elections can be compromised. Therefore, periodic revision is necessary to maintain the credibility of the democratic process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The exercise also demonstrates the Election Commission\u2019s constitutional responsibility to ensure transparent and inclusive elections. Accurate electoral rolls help strengthen citizens\u2019 faith in democratic institutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Importance_for_Governance_and_Administration\"><\/span>Importance for Governance and Administration<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The revision exercise highlights the scale of India\u2019s election management system. Deploying nearly four lakh Booth Level Officers for door-to-door verification reflects the administrative capacity required to conduct elections in a country with a massive population.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This news is also important because it showcases coordination between the Election Commission, local administration, and political parties. Such coordination is crucial for effective governance and institutional functioning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Importance_for_Competitive_Examinations\"><\/span>Importance for Competitive Examinations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The topic is highly relevant for competitive examinations because questions on constitutional bodies and electoral reforms are frequently asked in UPSC, State PSCs, SSC, Banking, and Defence exams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Candidates should focus on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Article 324 of the Constitution<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Electoral reforms in India<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Functions of the Election Commission<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Representation of the People Act<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Electoral roll preparation and revision<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The data points, such as coverage of 36.73 crore electors and involvement of 3.94 lakh BLOs, are especially important for prelims-oriented objective questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Context\"><\/span>Historical Context<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Evolution_of_Electoral_Roll_Revision_in_India\"><\/span>Evolution of Electoral Roll Revision in India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">India has conducted periodic electoral roll revisions since the early years after independence. Initially, intensive revisions were carried out through extensive field verification before major elections. Over time, annual summary revisions became more common to reduce administrative burden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, with growing concerns about duplicate voters, migration, demographic changes, and fake entries, the Election Commission revived intensive verification exercises in several phases. The Special Intensive Revision process represents a modernized effort to clean electoral databases and improve voter accuracy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Constitutional_Role_of_the_Election_Commission\"><\/span>Constitutional Role of the Election Commission<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Election Commission of India was established under Article 324 of the Constitution. It is an independent constitutional body responsible for supervising elections to Parliament, State Legislatures, and the offices of the President and Vice-President.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Over the decades, the Commission has introduced several reforms such as Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs), Voter Verified Paper Audit Trails (VVPATs), voter awareness campaigns, and digitized electoral rolls to strengthen democracy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Previous_Phases_of_the_SIR_Exercise\"><\/span>Previous Phases of the SIR Exercise<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before Phase III, the Election Commission had already completed earlier phases in several states and Union Territories. According to reports, earlier phases resulted in the removal of duplicate or ineligible names from voter rolls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The current expansion of the exercise across most parts of the country marks one of the largest electoral verification efforts in recent times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways_from_This_News\"><\/span>Key Takeaways from This News<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>S.No.<\/th><th>Key Takeaway<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td>The Election Commission launched Phase III of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>Around 36.73 crore electors across 16 states and 3 Union Territories will be covered.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>More than 3.94 lakh Booth Level Officers (BLOs) will conduct door-to-door voter verification.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>The revision exercise is conducted under the powers granted by Article 324 of the Constitution of India.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>The objective of the SIR exercise is to remove duplicate and ineligible voters while ensuring fair elections.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">ECI Special Intensive Revision Phase III 2026<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_is_the_Special_Intensive_Revision_SIR_of_electoral_rolls\"><\/span>1. What is the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) is a large-scale voter list verification exercise conducted by the Election Commission of India to update and clean electoral rolls by removing duplicate, deceased, shifted, or ineligible voters while ensuring inclusion of all eligible citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Which_constitutional_body_conducts_the_electoral_roll_revision_in_India\"><\/span>2. Which constitutional body conducts the electoral roll revision in India?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Election Commission of India (ECI), a constitutional body under Article 324 of the Indian Constitution, conducts the electoral roll revision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_How_many_voters_are_covered_under_Phase_III_of_SIR\"><\/span>3. How many voters are covered under Phase III of SIR?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Phase III of the Special Intensive Revision covers approximately 36.73 crore electors across selected states and Union Territories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_What_is_the_role_of_Booth_Level_Officers_BLOs_in_this_exercise\"><\/span>4. 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