EC to hold special weekend campaigns as SIR extended till August 8
The Election Commission of India has extended the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Karnataka until August 8. Special weekend camps will be held to assist voters in submitting their enumeration forms, with the final electoral roll scheduled for publication on October 19.
Why it matters
Extending the revision period ensures higher voter participation and accuracy in electoral rolls, which is fundamental to fair elections.
Extending the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls till August 8, the Election Commission announced special weekend camps across Karnataka to help voters receive, fill and submit their enumeration forms.
Addressing presspersons on Wednesday, Chief Electoral Officer for Karnataka V. Anbu Kumar said the mode of the campaign would be decided by district election officials based on local requirements. In some places, help desks would be set up at polling stations, while in others Booth Level Officers (BLOs) would visit households to assist voters.
“The objective is to ensure that every eligible voter receives the enumeration form and is able to submit it without difficulty. The mode of the campaign will be informed to voters through SWEEP activities,” he said.
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