The Election Commission of India (ECI) has once again demonstrated its commitment to maintaining the integrity of the nation’s electoral system by delisting an additional 474 registered unrecognised political parties (RUPPs). This latest action, announced on Friday, September 19, 2025, comes as a result of these parties failing to adhere to crucial regulatory standards, most notably their consistent absence from elections over the past six years.
This is not the first time the ECI has taken such a decisive step. Earlier, on August 9, a prior phase of this meticulous cleanup operation saw 334 RUPPs removed from the official registry.
With this second wave of delistings on September 18, the total number of RUPPs removed within just two months has climbed to an impressive 808. The core reason for these delistings remains their prolonged inactivity in the electoral process, underscoring the ECI’s resolve to ensure that registered political entities actively participate in democracy.
Before these rigorous checks, India’s political landscape included a staggering 2,520 RUPPs. Following the ECI’s recent actions, this number has now been significantly reduced, with 2,046 such parties remaining on the list. This streamlined registry aims to foster a more accountable and active political environment.
Beyond the unrecognised entities, the country is also home to six officially recognised national parties and 67 State-level parties, all playing a vital role in India’s vibrant democratic framework.