Rajasthan Publishes Final Voter List After 3.1 Million Names Removed in 2026

Over 3.1 million names were removed from Rajasthan's voter list, leaving 51.5 million voters. This is a big change from the previous 54.6 million.
By Newsroom | Politics, Rajasthan |

A significant update to Rajasthan's electoral rolls has been completed, resulting in the removal of over 3.1 million names. The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process, aimed at ensuring a clean and accurate voter database, has concluded with the release of the final list. This revision marks a substantial shift in the state's registered electorate, with millions of names deleted and over a million new ones added.

The final electoral roll for Rajasthan, covering 199 assembly constituencies, has been published, detailing the updated number of registered voters. This process was undertaken to maintain the integrity of the electoral system.

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Overview of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR)

The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) is a detailed process for updating voter lists. Unlike routine annual checks, SIR involves a more thorough verification of voter information. This comprehensive exercise was conducted across several states and union territories, including Rajasthan.

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  • Objective: The primary goal of the SIR was to create a voter list that is clean, accurate, and up-to-date. This is crucial for conducting fair and smooth elections.

  • Process: SIR typically involves door-to-door verification of voter details to confirm their residency and eligibility.

  • Scope: In Rajasthan, the SIR covered 199 assembly constituencies. The Anta constituency was excluded due to a separate by-election.

Changes in Voter Numbers

The SIR process in Rajasthan has led to substantial changes in the total number of registered voters.

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  • Before SIR: The state had approximately 5.46 crore voters before the revision process began.

  • Names Deleted: A total of 31,36,286 names were removed from the electoral rolls during the SIR. This includes names of voters who have died, permanently shifted, are duplicates, or were found to be absent.

  • New Electors Added: Following the draft publication, 12,91,365 new voters were added to the list.

  • Final Voter Count: The final published electoral roll now lists 5,15,19,929 voters.

"The special intensive revision (SIR) of the electoral rolls has resulted in the deletion of 31,36,286 voters in Rajasthan." (The Free Press Journal)

"The Election Department published the final voter list after the SIR for 199 assembly seats on Saturday." (The Free Press Journal)

Reasons for Name Deletions

The deletions from the electoral roll were based on specific criteria aimed at ensuring accuracy and removing outdated or incorrect entries.

  • Death: Names of deceased individuals were removed.

  • Permanent Shifting: Voters who have permanently moved out of their registered constituency were deleted.

  • Absence: Individuals who could not be located or verified during the house-to-house verification process.

  • Duplication: Instances where a voter's name appeared multiple times on the list were rectified by removing the duplicates.

  • Ineligibility: Voters found to be otherwise ineligible according to electoral laws.

"The names were deleted because of death, permanent shifting, absence or duplication of voters detected in the large-scale verification drive." (The Hindu)

Young Voter Enrollment

The revision process also saw an increase in the enrollment of young voters, particularly in the 18-19 age group.

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  • Increase in Young Voters: Over 4.35 lakh new voters in the 18-19 age bracket were added, representing an increase of 0.82%.

  • District-wise Growth: Notable increases in young voter enrollment were observed in districts such as Jaipur (1.30%), Barmer (1.26%), and Bharatpur (1.22%).

Transparency and Political Party Involvement

Measures were taken to ensure transparency throughout the SIR process and to involve political parties.

  • Sharing Draft Rolls: Draft electoral rolls and lists of excluded voters (ASD lists) were shared with representatives of all recognized political parties.

  • Public Scrutiny: Names of excluded voters were posted online to allow for public review.

  • Meetings with Parties: Meetings were convened with representatives of recognized political parties to discuss the final publication of electoral rolls.

  • Appeal Process: If voters are dissatisfied with a decision made by the District Magistrate regarding their inclusion or exclusion, they have the option to file a second appeal before the Chief Electoral Officer within 30 days.

"Transparency measures included sharing ASD voter lists and draft rolls with political parties and posting excluded names online for public scrutiny." (The Economic Times)

Comparison with Other States

Rajasthan's voter list revision is part of a larger national effort. Other states have also undergone similar SIR processes, with varying outcomes in terms of voter deletions.

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StateVoters Deleted (approx.)Total Voters Before SIR (approx.)Total Voters After SIR (approx.)
Gujarat68.1 lakhNot specifiedNot specified
Madhya Pradesh34.2 lakhNot specifiedNot specified
Rajasthan31.36 lakh5.46 crore5.15 crore
Chhattisgarh24.99 lakh2.12 crore1.87 crore

"Gujarat had the highest deletions with over 68 lakh electors removed from rolls." (NDTV)

Conclusion and Next Steps

The Special Intensive Revision in Rajasthan has concluded, resulting in a refined electoral roll. The process aimed to enhance the accuracy and reliability of voter data, which is fundamental to the democratic process.

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  • Final List Published: The final electoral roll is now available.

  • Verification: Electors can verify their names online through the official websites of the Chief Electoral Officer, Rajasthan, and the Election Commission of India using their EPIC (Electors Photo Identity Card) number.

  • Appeals: A mechanism for appeals exists for individuals who believe their names have been wrongly excluded.

The updated voter list will serve as the basis for future electoral activities in the state.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Why did Rajasthan remove over 3.1 million names from its voter list on Saturday?
Rajasthan removed 3,136,286 names from its voter list during a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) to make the list accurate. Names were removed because voters died, moved away, or were listed more than once.
Q: How many voters are in Rajasthan's final voter list after the revision?
After removing over 3.1 million names and adding 1.29 million new voters, Rajasthan's final voter list has 51,519,929 voters. This is less than the 54.6 million voters before the revision.
Q: Who is affected by the removal of 3.1 million names from the Rajasthan voter list?
People whose names were removed are affected because they can no longer vote. This includes voters who have died, moved to another place permanently, or had duplicate entries. New voters aged 18-19 were added, with over 4.35 lakh new young voters joining.
Q: What happens next after Rajasthan published its final voter list on Saturday?
The final voter list of 51,519,929 voters will be used for future elections in Rajasthan. People can check their names online, and if they believe their name was wrongly removed, they can appeal.
Q: How did Rajasthan ensure the voter list revision was fair and accurate?
The Election Department shared draft lists and lists of removed voters with political parties. They also put names of removed voters online for public checks to ensure transparency and accuracy in the process.