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Comparing SIR 2002-04 and 2025-26

Reported by The Hindu 13 Oct 2026, 11:13 am IST 1 min read

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Unlike previous SIRs, which had elaborate processes for preparing fresh rolls to ensure that no eligible elector would be taken off the rolls, the current SIR exercise adopts a flawed process that has led to the exclusion of lakhs of eligible voters; a point-by-point comparison is provided

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Section: India
Topics: Elections
First reported by: The Hindu
Published: Tuesday, 13 October 2026, 11:13 am IST
Coverage: One outlet so far

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