Uttar Pradesh SIR list: Over 84 lakh voters added in final list; total electorate rises to 13.39 crore
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Why in news
The Chief Electoral Officer of Uttar Pradesh announced the completion of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise, significantly increasing the state's electorate.
Background
The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in Uttar Pradesh lasted 166 days and covered all 75 districts and 403 Assembly constituencies. The final electoral roll published on April 10, 2026, shows a total of 13.39 crore voters.
Facts for Prelims
- FactUttar Pradesh total electorate: 13.39 crore voters as of April 10, 2026
- FactGender breakdown: 7.30 crore male, 6.09 crore female, and 4,206 third-gender voters
- FactSIR exercise scope: 75 districts and 403 Assembly constituencies in Uttar Pradesh
- PostNavdeep Rinwa serves as the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) of Uttar Pradesh
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of periodic electoral roll revisions in ensuring the integrity of the democratic process and inclusive representation in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Demographic accuracy: Ensuring inclusion of marginalized groups and third-gender voters in the electoral roll
- Logistical scale: Challenges of conducting intensive revisions across diverse geographical and administrative units
- Data integrity: Mitigating duplicate entries and ensuring 'one person, one vote' principle
Keywords: Electoral Roll · Special Intensive Revision · Inclusive Representation · Demographic Data · Chief Electoral Officer
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