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India's Election Commission Launches Reforms to Modernize Voter Rolls

New measures include electronic death data integration, redesigned voter slips, and standardized IDs for local officers to enhance electoral transparency and accuracy.

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Overview

  • The Election Commission of India (ECI) will electronically integrate death registration data from the Registrar General of India to promptly remove deceased voters from electoral rolls.
  • Redesigned Voter Information Slips will feature prominently displayed serial and part numbers to simplify polling station identification for voters and officials.
  • Booth Level Officers (BLOs) will now receive standardized photo identity cards to improve public recognition and trust during voter verification and registration drives.
  • These initiatives align with Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar's vision for transparent, efficient, and inclusive election management, as outlined in March 2025.
  • The reforms aim to eliminate inaccuracies in voter rolls, enhance communication with voters, and strengthen grassroots-level accountability ahead of upcoming elections.