The Election Commission of India has announced that approximately 1.36 crore voters in West Bengal will be called for Special Intensive Revision (SIR) hearings as part of the electoral roll update process. The announcement came on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, following the publication of the draft electoral rolls for the state. The Chief Electoral Officer of West Bengal revealed that this extensive exercise aims to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the voter list ahead of upcoming elections. Alongside the SIR hearings, the Commission has also published a list of voters who have been deleted from the electoral rolls due to various reasons including death, duplication, or relocation. This transparent approach is part of the Election Commission's efforts to maintain the integrity of the electoral process in the state, which has seen significant demographic changes in recent years. Political parties in West Bengal have been asked to cooperate with the revision process and provide assistance to voters who may need to clarify their status or update their information. The SIR hearings will be conducted at designated centers across all districts of West Bengal, with special arrangements made for elderly and differently-abled voters. The final electoral rolls are expected to be published in early 2026 after incorporating the feedback and changes identified during the SIR process.

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