Archive · 28 Oct 2025
MP News: SIR 2.0 Enumeration Work Differs from Bihar
In Madhya Pradesh, election officials are updating the list of voters, which is called the Special Intensive Revision (SIR).
This process will be different from how it was done in Bihar.
Instead of asking for documents from everyone, officials in MP will first check if the voter's current information matches old records from 2003.
If there's a mismatch, then voters will be asked to show certain documents, like a birth certificate or a government ID.
They also clarified that an Aadhaar card can be used to prove who you are, but not to prove you are a citizen.
Election workers will visit homes to help voters update their information and find people who have moved or passed away.
This is to make sure the voter list is accurate.
There was a meeting with political parties where some raised concerns about the timeline and the number of voting centers.
Madhya Pradesh's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls will differ from Bihar's process.
Voters in MP will only be asked for documents if their information doesn't match previous records (SIR 2003).
Aadhaar card is accepted as proof of identity, not citizenship.
Booth Level Officers will visit homes multiple times to update details, identify deceased voters, and those registered elsewhere.
Concerns were raised by the Congress party regarding the timeline and inclusion of voter centers.
- Who
- Madhya Pradesh Chief Electoral Officer Sanjeev Jha, Electoral Registration Officer, Assistant Electoral Registration Officer, Booth Level Officer, District Magistrates, Congress, BJP
- What
- Enumeration work under Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Madhya Pradesh, which will be conducted differently from Bihar by focusing on matching existing details and only seeking documents if discrepancies arise. Aadhaar is accepted as proof of identity.
- When
- Enumeration work announced on Tuesday, with an all-party meeting held prior. The last SIR was conducted around 21 years ago (2002-2004).
- Where
- Madhya Pradesh
- Why
- To update and correct the electoral rolls, identify deceased voters, those who have transferred, and voters registered at multiple locations, and to comply with electoral registration mandates.
Congress Objections
BJP Suggestions
Voter Center Inclusion
Congress Objections
Around 7,000 voter centers have not been included in the increased list, making it impossible to appoint booth-level agents.
BJP Suggestions
EC should ensure BLA training for a smooth SIR.
Timeline for Enumeration
Congress Objections
SIR is being rushed, and it's impossible to distribute enumeration forms to 5.74 crore voters in a month and eight days.
BJP Suggestions
BJP MLA Bhagwan Das Sabnani suggested that the EC should ensure BLA training for a smooth SIR.
Language of Forms
Congress Objections
Demanded that the enumeration forms should be in Hindi.
BJP Suggestions
No specific mention or counter-argument from the BJP.
- State
- Madhya Pradesh
- Process
- Special Intensive Revision (SIR) 2.0 of electoral rolls
- Enumeration Method
- Compare voter details with SIR 2003; furnish documents only if information does not match.
- Total Voters
- More than 5.74 crore
- Voter Center Limit
- Maximum of 1,200 voters per center
- Consequences of Wrong Info
- Liable to fine and punishment or both
- Document Clarification
- Aadhaar is proof of identity, not citizenship.
Sources
"Aadhaar A Proof Of Identity, Not Citizenship": Election Commission
EXPLAINED | EC softens tone, widens scope: What sets nationwide SIR apart from Bihar’s controversial roll revision
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Bengal SIR drive: About 2 crore electors expected to provide documents to retain name in voters' list
Why EC Chose 2003-04 As Base Year For Voter List Revision In 12 States | Explained
Congress demands digitally identifiable voter list, Aadhaar Card inclusion in ID verification
Assam left out of next phase of SIR by Election Commission — Here’s why
Special Intensive Revision: Step-by-step guide to keeping your name on the electoral roll