The Massive Cleanup: Why 5.8 Million Names Disappeared
Hey friends! 👋 If you’re a voter in West Bengal, you need to pay close attention. The Election Commission just dropped the “Draft Electoral Roll” after the big Special Intensive Revision (SIR), and the numbers are honestly a bit shocking. 🤯
The EC finished a massive “cleaning” of the voter lists—something that hasn’t happened on this scale since 2002.
Over 58 lakh names were deleted from the Bengal list alone! Whether it was due to being marked “dead,” moving to a new city, or just having a duplicate entry, millions of people are suddenly finding themselves off the list.
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Let’s be real—it’s stressful to think you might not be able to vote in the upcoming Assembly polls. But don’t worry, I’ve got you! Here is the lowdown on how to check your status and fix it if things look wrong.
Step 1: The Status Check (Are You Still There?)
The thing is, you shouldn’t just assume you’re on the list because you voted last time.
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Online: Head to voters.eci.gov.in or the state site ceowestbengal.wb.gov.in/asd_sir. 🖥️
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The App: Download the ECINET app and search using your EPIC (Voter ID) number.
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Offline: Visit your local polling booth. Your Booth-Level Officer (BLO) has the full printed list!
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Step 2: Name Missing or Spelled Wrong? Use These Forms!
If your name isn’t there, or if they spelled your name like a typo-filled text message, you can fix it right now. It’s like jotted notes—you just need the right form:
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Form 6: This is your best friend if your name is missing or if you’re a first-time voter (turning 18 by Jan 1, 2026).
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Form 8: Use this for corrections. Spelling mistakes, wrong address, or age mismatches? Form 8 is the answer. ✍️
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Annexure IV: If you’re applying for inclusion after being deleted, you’ll likely need this declaration form too.
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Step 3: The “Notice” Phase
And here’s the kicker: about 32 lakh people are “unmapped” (meaning they couldn’t be linked to the 2002 records). If that’s you, expect a notice for a hearing. You’ll just need to show up at a Block Development Office (BDO) with your docs—like a birth certificate or passport—to prove you’re a genuine voter.
The Timeline (Don’t Miss This!)
The window is short, so you’ve got to move fast!
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Claims Open: Dec 16, 2025
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Claims Close: January 15, 2026 (Mark your calendars! 📅)
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Final List Published: February 14, 2026
It’s an ongoing process, but as long as you have your documents ready, you’ll be totally fine. Let’s make sure everyone gets their right to vote…
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