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Door-to-door verification aims to ensure cleaner, updated and inclusive electoral rolls.
New Delhi
The door-to-door voter verification drive under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls has commenced across the national capital, with Booth Level Officers (BLOs) beginning household visits to verify voter details, correct records and ensure the inclusion of all eligible citizens.
The exercise, being conducted under the supervision of the Election Commission of India, is part of a broader effort to update and clean the electoral database ahead of upcoming elections. Officials said the process will cover all Assembly constituencies across Delhi and is expected to continue in phased rounds over the coming weeks.
As BLOs began visiting homes, many residents welcomed the initiative, calling it an important step toward improving electoral accuracy. In several neighbourhoods, citizens reported that officials were collecting updated details, verifying identity documents and confirming addresses through enumeration forms.
“I think it is a good initiative. Many people shift houses in Delhi, and sometimes names remain in old constituencies,” said Ramesh Kumar, a resident of East Delhi. “This process will make voting more transparent and reduce confusion on election day.”
Another resident, Shabana Ali from South Delhi, said she appreciated the door-to-door approach.
“Not everyone has time to go online or visit offices. Having officers come home makes it easier for senior citizens like my parents to update their voter details,” she said.
However, some residents also expressed concerns about documentation requirements and awareness gaps.
“I was not fully aware of what documents were needed. The officer explained it, but better communication beforehand would help,” said Ajay Sharma, a young voter who recently moved to a new apartment.
BLOs, who are the frontline officials responsible for electoral roll verification, said the response from most households has been cooperative, though logistical challenges remain in densely populated and high-rise residential areas.
“We are visiting each household systematically and verifying the details against the existing voter database,” said Sunita Verma, a BLO assigned to Central Delhi. “Most people are cooperative, but in some cases, residents are not available during daytime, so we have to make repeat visits.”
Another BLO, Imran Khan, noted that digital tools have made the process more efficient.
“Earlier, everything was manual and time-consuming. Now we use mobile applications linked to the central system, so updates are reflected almost immediately. It reduces errors significantly,” he said.
Officials also highlighted that misinformation occasionally circulates among residents, causing hesitation.
“We often have to reassure people that this is a government-driven verification process and no fee is involved,” Khan added.
The SIR exercise is being supported by digital platforms that allow real-time updates to voter records. Citizens can also independently verify or correct their details through official portals and applications, reducing dependency on physical visits in some cases.
Authorities have also launched awareness campaigns through posters, local announcements and digital media to ensure residents are informed about the verification schedule.
Election officials emphasised that the goal of the SIR drive is to ensure a clean, updated and inclusive voter list by removing duplicate entries, adding eligible first-time voters and correcting outdated records.
A senior official associated with the process said, “A strong and accurate electoral roll is the foundation of free and fair elections. We urge every eligible citizen to cooperate with Booth Level Officers.”
The exercise is expected to significantly improve electoral accuracy in Delhi, where frequent migration and urban mobility often lead to discrepancies in voter lists. Authorities have reiterated that maintaining updated records is essential for strengthening democratic participation and ensuring smooth election administration.
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