Jharkhand’s ongoing voter list revision has identified over 6 lakh deceased individuals among its 2.64 crore electors. This intensive door-to-door verification, ending July 29, aims to improve the accuracy of electoral rolls. The clean-up process is a key step before the final rolls are published on October 7.
Detailed Coverage
The Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Jharkhand has brought to light a significant update in the state's voter database. Authorities have identified more than 6.14 lakh deceased voters during a door-to-door verification drive that began on June 30. This exercise is part of a larger effort to ensure the accuracy of the state's electoral register, which currently lists 2.64 crore potential voters.
Status of Voter Verification
Booth-level officers have completed verification for nearly 99.58% of the registered electors. As of late July, over 2.36 crore enumeration forms have been successfully digitized. While the process has been thorough, officials are still managing approximately 26 lakh forms that fall into categories like deceased, permanently shifted, or untraceable. This verification is essential for maintaining the integrity of the electoral process, as accurate data prevents misuse and ensures that every legitimate vote is counted correctly during future elections.
District-Wise Findings
The data highlights regional variations in the number of voters who need to be removed from the rolls. Ranchi district reported the highest number of deceased voters, totaling 71,990, while Khunti followed with 53,885. Beyond those who have passed away, the survey identified over 10.78 lakh voters who have permanently moved from their registered addresses and another 5.96 lakh individuals who could not be traced at their listed locations.
Next Steps for Electoral Rolls
The administrative work is now entering its final stages. With the door-to-door enumeration set to close on July 29, election officials are focusing on finalizing the draft rolls. These drafts are scheduled to be published on August 5. Following this, the public will have a window from August 5 to September 4 to submit any claims or objections. Once these concerns are addressed, the authorities will publish the final, updated electoral rolls for the state on October 7. This timeline will be the next major update for stakeholders monitoring the state’s electoral preparation process.