Officials have confirmed that the Election Commission of India (ECI) is scheduled to host a press conference on the evening of October 26, 2025. The purpose of this event is to unveil the details of a pan-India Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voters’ lists.
While the full scope of the announcement remains under wraps, it’s expected that the ECI will outline the initial phase of this extensive revision. This phase is anticipated to cover between 10 to 15 states, specifically targeting those gearing up for Assembly elections in 2026.
States such as Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Kerala, Assam, and Puducherry are among those scheduled to hold polls next year, making this revision particularly timely for these regions.
The groundwork for this nationwide exercise was laid during a recent two-day conference for Chief Electoral Officers (CEOs) from all States and Union Territories, which concluded in New Delhi on October 23, 2025. During this conference, the ECI thoroughly reviewed the preparedness levels for the SIR.
According to an official statement from the poll body, a key focus of the conference was assessing the progress made by CEOs in meticulously cross-referencing existing electors with the records from the last Special Intensive Revision conducted across their respective States and Union Territories.
For further insights into the process, you might consider this related content:
- Madras High Court Informed: The ECI recently informed the Madras High Court that the revision of electoral rolls in Tamil Nadu is set to commence within approximately one week.
- Podcast Discussion: A special podcast titled ‘In Focus: Pan-India SIR: Given the Bihar experience, what can we expect?’ offers an in-depth analysis of what this extensive revision might entail, drawing lessons from past experiences.
Additionally, a video discusses key aspects of the Special Intensive Revision process.