Names Of Deceased And Relocated Individuals To Be Removed From Chandigarh Electoral Rolls
New Voters To Be Added; Electoral Roll Verification Begins November 30
Preparations for the second phase of the 2027 electoral roll revision have intensified in the city. The names of deceased individuals and those who have relocated elsewhere will be removed from the electoral rolls, while new voters will be added.
A Special Summary Revision (SSR) will commence on November 30. Until December 30, applications can be submitted to add names, remove names, or correct existing information in the electoral rolls.
Applications can also be submitted online via the Election Commission’s website (voters.eci.gov.in) or the ECINET app. The absence or non-provision of an Aadhaar card will not be grounds for refusing the addition of a name to the electoral roll, nor will it lead to the removal of an existing entry.
The Election Commission of India has directed Chandigarh, along with five other states and union territories, to update their electoral rolls based on a qualifying date of January 1, 2027. The final updated electoral roll will be published on January 21, 2027.
Advance Application Opportunity For Youth Turning 18
A notable feature this time is that youth who will turn 18 in 2027 are eligible to apply in advance. In addition to those turning 18 by January 1, 2027, individuals reaching the age of 18 on April 1, July 1, or October 1, 2027, may also submit advance applications. However, their names will be added to the electoral roll only in the quarter in which they meet the age eligibility requirement.
Maximum Of 1,200 Voters Per Polling Booth
As per the Election Commission’s directives, each polling booth will accommodate a maximum of 1,200 voters. If a booth exceeds this limit, the creation of a new polling station will be considered, subject to prior approval from the Commission. Furthermore, efforts will be made to ensure that family members are not assigned to different polling booths. Efforts will be made to group voters together based on their residence whether it be a house, flat, building, tower, street, or colony. Furthermore, address details in the electoral roll and on identity cards will be standardized to ensure consistency.
Know Which Form To Use
Different forms are required for various purposes, ranging from new registrations to making corrections. Form 6 must be used for first-time voter registration.
Form 6A is for those residing abroad. Form 7 is to be used for raising objections against a name or requesting the removal of a name from the electoral roll.
Form 8 is required for changing an address, correcting a name or other details, obtaining a new voter ID card, or recording information regarding a disability.
Verification Process For The Removal Of Names
A verification mechanism will be in place for the removal of names from the electoral roll. If applications for the removal of names exceed 2 percent of the total voters at a specific polling booth, the Electoral Registration Officer (ERO) will conduct a personal inquiry. Similarly, if an individual submits objections seeking the removal of more than five names, a personal verification will be carried out.
Notice And The Opportunity To Be Heard
Before removing the name of a living voter, it is mandatory to issue a notice and provide the individual with an opportunity to present their side. The official must issue an order specifying the reason for the removal and upload it to the ECINET portal. Political parties may appoint a Booth Level Agent (BLA) for each polling station. These agents are permitted to submit a maximum of 10 applications per day to the Booth Level Officer (BLO).
